Airy • Chewy • Perfectly Crusty
This Ciabatta Bread recipe gives you those signature airy holes, chewy texture, and a deliciously crispy crust. It’s the perfect rustic bread for sandwiches, bruschetta, or just dipping in olive oil!
Ingredients
For the Sponge (Biga / Preferment):
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- ⅛ tsp instant yeast
- ½ cup (120ml) water (room temperature)
For the Dough:
- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp instant yeast
- 1½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup (180ml) water (room temperature)
- 2 tbsp olive oil