Homemade Ciabatta Bread
Description:
Ciabatta — meaning “slipper” in Italian — is famous for its open crumb, chewy texture, and crisp crust. It’s fantastic for sandwiches, dipping in olive oil, or eating warm with butter. This version uses a high-hydration dough for authentic texture.
Ingredients (Makes 2 loaves)
For the biga (starter):
1 ½ cups (200 g) bread flour
1 cup (240 ml) water (room temp)
¼ teaspoon instant yeast
For the dough:
All of the biga
2 cups (260 g) bread flour
1 cup (240 ml) water (room temp)
1 ½ teaspoons salt
¾ teaspoon instant yeast
Instructions
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