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    Focaccia in the Ninja Foodi

    Published: Nov 21, 2022 · Modified: Jan 31, 2023 by Karina

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    Imagine Focaccia from-scratch baked in under 15-minutes in the Ninja Foodi.
    You can have focaccia with its light salty crust and airy crumb right at your fingertips.

    Focaccia from scratch baked in under 15-minutes in the Ninja Foodi. Can you imagine the light salty crust and airy crumb? It is like having the best French Fry you have ever had but it's bread. We could always find Focaccia straight out of the oven when we lived back in Italy. Actually, we lived in Liguria where it originated. One thing I love was how easy it was to always find it fresh at the local bakery or I should say Focacciaria. Everyone needs to experience this Italian treat in their own home without jetlag. Focaccia in the Ninja Foodi is from-scratch with a crisp crust, tender and airy crumb. Even better this focaccia is done in under an hour…half of that time is just proofing. So, now it is my turn to share with you. Scroll down to find out more. this recipe

    We could always find focaccia straight out of the oven when we lived back in Italy. Actually, we lived in Liguria where it originated. I loved how easy it was to always find it fresh at the local bakery or I should say Focacceria. Everyone needs to experience this Italian treat at home without the jetlag. Focaccia in the Ninja Foodi is from-scratch with a crisp crust, tender and airy crumb. Even better this focaccia is done in under an hour … half of that time is just proofing. So, now I’m excited to share my recipe with you.

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    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Proofing and Baking in the Ninja Foodi
    • Substitutions
    • Variations
    • Equipment
    • Storage
    • Focaccia goes excellent with …
    • Top Tip
    • Focaccia in the Ninja Foodi
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    Ingredients

    The focaccia ingredients are very easy to get or they may be in your cupboard right now.

    Overhead shot of Focaccia in the Ninja Foodi: active dry yeast, warm water, cane sugar, salt, olive oil(Sautéing and baking type), all-purpose unbleached flour, dry Italian seasoning, Parmiggiano cheese freshly grated. Everyone needs to experience this Italian treat in their own home without the jetlag. Focaccia in the Ninja Foodi is from-scratch with a crisp crust, tender and airy crumb. Even better this focaccia is done in under an hour…half of that time is just proofing. So, now it is my turn to share with you.
    • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
    • ¾ cup warm water at 95 degrees F.
    • 1 teaspoon cane sugar
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 6 tablespoons olive oil (Sautéing and baking type), divided
    • 1 ¾ cup all-purpose unbleached flour
    • 1 tablespoon dry Italian seasoning
    • 1 cup Parmiggiano cheese freshly grated

    Scroll down to the recipe card for quantities.

    Instructions

    1.
    Pour 2 tablespoons of olive oil into an 8-inch cake pan. Set aside.
    2.
    Combine active dry yeast, warm water, and cane sugar in a large mixing bowl. Set aside to allow the yeast to activate and foam up for 4 to 5 minutes.
    NOTE: Click here for the information about water temperature and yeast in the Instructions & Tips… of our from-scratch Garlic Knots recipe.
    3.
    Once the yeast is foaming up, add the salt, olive oil, unbleached all-purpose flour, Italian seasoning, and freshly grated Parmigiano cheese. Mix well.
    NOTE: I like to mix by hand so I am sure I don’t overmix. I use my Danish dough hook to mix, but a spatula or wooden spoon will work as well. It will be a thick dough. You can definitely use a stand-up mixer but I wouldn’t recommend a hand mixer.
    4.
    Once the dough is almost mixed, you have a little bit of flour left. I knead the dough with my hands for 3 to 4 minutes or until all the flour is incorporated into the dough. Don’t be tempted to add extra flour.
    5.
    Place the smooth dough ball into the prepared cake pan. Coat the dough with the oil. With the extra, oil the sides of the pan.

    Making the dough. Once the yeast is foaming up, add the salt, olive oil, unbleached all-purpose flour, Italian seasonings, and freshly grated Parmigiano cheese. Mix well. NOTE: I like to mix by hand so I am sure I don’t overmix. I use my Danish dough hook to mix, but a spatula or wooden spoon will work as well. It will be a thick dough. You can definitely use a stand-up mixer but I wouldn’t recommend a hand mixer. Once the dough is almost mixed, you have a little bit of flour left. I knead the dough with my hands for 3 to 4 minutes or until all the flour is incorporated into the dough ball. Don’t be tempted to add extra flour.
    Place the smooth dough ball into the prepared cake pan. Coat the dough with the oil. With the extra, oil the sides of the pan.

    Proofing and Baking in the Ninja Foodi

    6.
    In the Ninja Foodi cooking pot, pour ⅓ cup of water.
    7.
    Put the cake pan on the bottom layer of the Deluxe Reversible Rack into the cooking pot.
    8.
    Use the AIR FRYER / STOVETOP MODE and select the PROOF Function.
    9.
    Set the temperature to 95 degrees F. and the time to 30 minutes.
    10.
    After 30 minutes, press the dough down and create little finger wells. Pour the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil on top.

    Overhead shot after 30-minute proof. Press the dough down into the pan creating a little finger sized wells. Pour the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil on top.
    Overhead shot in the Ninja Foodi of Golden Crisp Focaccia. You can see how the focaccia has a light salty crust and airy crumb.

    11.
    Select STEAMCRISP MODE and the STEAM & CRISP Function. Set the temperature to 325 degrees F. Set the time for 10 minutes. Once it is cooked, the temperature is 190 degrees F.
    12.
    Carefully take the focaccia pan out of the Ninja Foodi. Using a knife, release the edge of the focaccia from the pan. Allow cooling for 4 to 5 minutes, until you are able to manipulate the pan with your hands.
    13.
    Place on a cooling rack and cool.
    14.
    Serve and Enjoy!

    Imagine Focaccia from scratch baked in under 15-minutes in the Ninja Foodi. You can have focaccia with its light salty crust and airy crumb right at your fingertips. Each bite tastes like the best French Fry you have ever had but it's bread. We could always find Focaccia straight out of the oven when we lived back in Italy. Actually, we lived in Liguria where it originated. One thing I love was how easy it was to always find it fresh at the local bakery or I should say Focacciaria. Everyone needs to experience this Italian treat in their own home without the jetlag. Focaccia in the Ninja Foodi is from-scratch with a crisp crust, tender and airy crumb. Even better this focaccia is done in under an hour…half of that time is just proofing. So, now it is my turn to share with you.

    Substitutions

    The all-purpose unbleached flour can be simply changed to all-purpose. Also, you can substitute cane sugar with granulated sugar. And if you are unable to get Parmiggiano cheese, you can use parmesan or another hard cheese.

    Variations

    • Spicy – Francesca loves tweaking this recipe with a pinch of red chili pepper flakes. She calls it her “Fire-Focaccia”.
    • Loaded – In Italy you will find focaccia loaded with all sorts of toppings like adding sun-dried tomatoes with olive slices. Just add them before you cook and top with coarsely grated Parmigiano cheese once it comes out of the Foodi.
    • Kid-friendly – Get them to help with the dough. If Italian seasoning is a bridge too far for them, omit it.
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    Focaccia is great all by itself or as an appetizer. We love it as part of a charcuterie board. Enjoy it with spinach dip, there are so many options …

    Equipment

    • Ninja Foodi XL 14-1
    • Cake pan (8-inch cake pan)
    • Mixing bowls
    • Danish dough hook (Optional)

    Storage

    The leftovers will keep in an air-tight container for a day and in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. We make focaccia quite often and enjoy the next day for a light breakfast or lunch. Just warm it up in the toaster or back in the air fryer at 300 degrees F. for 2-3 minutes.

    Focaccia goes excellent with …

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    Top Tip

    I use olive oil (sautéing and baking type) because it gives the crust of the focaccia and the crumb the texture we love. You can use a different one or type, however, it will impact the final flavor and texture.

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    How did you enjoy your Focaccia … as is, sandwich, or something unique?
    Tell us below.

    Focaccia from scratch baked in under 15-minutes in the Ninja Foodi. Can you imagine the light salty crust and airy crumb? It is like having the best French Fry you have ever had but it's bread. We could always find Focaccia straight out of the oven when we lived back in Italy. Actually, we lived in Liguria where it originated. One thing I love was how easy it was to always find it fresh at the local bakery or I should say Focacciaria. Everyone needs to experience this Italian treat in their own home without jetlag. Focaccia in the Ninja Foodi is from-scratch with a crisp crust, tender and airy crumb. Even better this focaccia is done in under an hour…half of that time is just proofing. So, now it is my turn to share with you.

    Focaccia in the Ninja Foodi

    Karina
    Focaccia from scratch baked in under 15-minutes in the Ninja Foodi. You can have this Italian treat with its light salty crust, tender and airy crumb right at home … No jetlag.
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Rising time 30 mins
    Total Time 1 hr
    Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 8 Servings

    Equipment

    • Ninja Foodi XL 14-1
    • Cake pan (8-inch cake pan)
    • Mixing Bowls
    • Danish Dough Hook (Optional)

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
    • ¾ cup warm water (95 – 100 degrees F.)
    • 1 teaspoon cane sugar
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 6 tablespoons olive oil (Sautéing and baking type)
    • 1 ¾ cup all-purpose unbleached flour
    • 1 tablespoon dry Italian seasoning
    • 1 cup Parmiggiano cheese freshly grated

    Instructions
     

    • Pour 2 tablespoons of olive oil into an 8-inch cake pan. Set aside.
    • Combine active dry yeast, warm water, and cane sugar in a large mixing bowl. Set aside to allow the yeast to activate and foam up for 4 to 5 minutes.
    • Once the yeast is foaming up, add the salt, olive oil, unbleached all-purpose flour, Italian seasoning, and freshly grated Parmigiano cheese. Mix well.
    • Once the dough is almost mixed, you have a little bit of flour left. I knead the dough with my hands for 3 to 4 minutes or until all the flour is incorporated into the dough. Don’t be tempted to add extra flour.
    • Place the smooth dough into the prepared cake pan. Coat the dough with the oil. With the extra, oil the sides of the pan.
    • In the Ninja Foodi cooking pot, pour ⅓ cup of water.
    • Put the cake pan on the bottom layer of the Deluxe Reversible Rack into the cooking pot.
    • Use the AIR FRYER / STOVETOP MODE and select the PROOF Function.
    • Set the temperature to 95 degrees F. and the time to 30 minutes.
    • After 30 minutes, press the dough down creating little finger wells. Pour the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil on top.
    • Select STEAMCRISP MODE and the STEAM & CRISP Function. Set the temperature to 325 degrees F. Set the time for 10 minutes. Once it is cooked, the temperature is 190 degrees F.
    • Carefully take the focaccia pan out of the Ninja Foodi. Using a knife, release the edge of the focaccia from the pan. Allow cooling for 4 to 5 minutes, until you are able to manipulate the pan with your hands.
    • Place on a cooling rack and cool.
    • Serve and Enjoy!
    Keyword Easy to make, Focaccia, from scratch, Ninja Foodi, simple ingredients

    FAQS

    I have never had focaccia and it looks so good can you explain what it tastes like?

    The best French fries you ever had. This was our first impression when we tasted focaccia in Italy. Even better it was bread. You get the crispy crust like a fry, and the crumb is also moist and tender. Then you get the hint of salt on your palate.

    Can I make a sandwich with it?

    Yes. All you need to do is cook the focaccia for only 9 minutes. It will have a lighter color and is ideal for a sandwich or as a side with soup.

    How did you get that beautiful crisp?

    Easy, just wait a bit longer on the cooking time. Around the 12 – 13 minute mark for that strong golden color and extra crispiness.

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