Homemade Dill Pickle Focaccia Bread
I know, I know—pickles on bread might sound like a bold move, but one bite of this Dill Pickle Focaccia Bread and you will be a total convert. It’s a playful, zesty take on a classic Italian staple that hits that perfect sweet spot between salty, tangy, and buttery.
Ingredients
- 1 lb focaccia or pizza dough homemade or store-bought
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil divided
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup dill pickle chips patted very dry
- 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp coarse sea salt
Instructions
- Generously grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Place dough in the pan and turn to coat in oil. Let it rise/rest for 30–60 mins until it easily stretches to the edges.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Use your fingertips to press deep dimples into the dough. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil.
- Carefully spread the softened cream cheese over the surface.
- Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and garlic powder.
- Arrange the dried pickle chips on top, followed by the fresh dill and sea salt.
- Bake for 22–25 minutes until the crust is deep golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.