The recipe is fairly straight forward, starting with a simple focaccia dough and adding your favorite cereal to create a crispy, crunchy finish. When you bite into the finished product, the cereal’s unmistakable crunchiness and sweetness will definitely be the hero of the dish.
One of the great things about this recipe is that you can easily customize it to fit your taste buds. Choose your favorite cereal, add honey, cinnamon, or any other additional spices to the dough, or change up the greens (arugula or spinach work well, too). It’s also worth noting that this recipe is vegetarian, and with a simple swap for a plant-based ricotta, it can be transformed into a vegan treat as well.
Ingredients:
– Focaccia dough
– 1-2 cups of your favorite cereal
– 1 cup ricotta cheese
– 1 cup chopped escarole
– Salt, pepper, and olive oil
Directions:
1. Preheat your oven and baking dish to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
2. Prepare your focaccia dough, adding spices if desired. You can make your own dough or use pre-made dough from the grocery store.
3. Once the dough is ready, sprinkle your cereal over the top, pressing it lightly to make sure it sticks.
4. Add dollops of ricotta cheese all over the top and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
5. Add the chopped escarole, and drizzle with olive oil.
6. Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
This recipe is an ideal breakfast or midday snack option, and is low in sugar compared to most cereals, while high in nutrients from the escarole greens. You can also experiment with various toppings – avocado, sliced cherry tomatoes, and pickled jalapenos will all bring your recipe to another level.
By following this recipe above, you can make a cereal focaccia with ricotta and escarole that is a crunchy, sweet, and savory treat that will hold you over through even the longest days. Give it a try and surprise your taste buds today!