Easy and Quick Potato Flatbread

Name: Easy and Quick Potato Flatbread
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Type 00 flour 2.3 cups; Water 0.6 cup; Extra virgin olive oil 1.1 tbsp; Fine salt 1.7 tsp; Fresh brewer's yeast 0.1 oz; Potatoes 3.5 oz; Extra virgin olive oil 1 ½ tbsp; Fine salt 0.8 tsp; Rosemary to taste; Black pepper to taste; Coarse salt to taste

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Lactose Free
Vegetarian
Vegan

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Very low
Note + the rising time (at least 45 min.)

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Sara Bonaccorsi

So, if you're in the mood for something soft and rustic, you gotta try this easy potato schiacciata recipe from Tuscany. Seriously good stuff. It’s like a middle ground between focaccia and pizza—thicker than pizza, but not as puffy as classic focaccia. The name "schiacciata" actually comes from the whole pressing-the-dough-with-your-fingertips thing. And you know what? Those crispy edges with the tender and cloud-like inside—so so good.

This quick potato flatbread is all about those sliced potatoes and rosemary sprinkled on top. They add this really, really nice aroma and an earthy, fresh taste. It’s got that homemade vibe, no question. In Tuscany, the simple potato schiacciata is a hit when feeding a crowd. Really warm and fragrant. People just love serving it hot, straight from the oven, when it’s golden and the rosemary scent is everywhere. To be honest, it's just as tasty at room temperature. Seriously.

It's perfect as an appetizer, cut into squares, or even as a main dish with some cheeses or cured meats. And listen, the Italian potato flatbread keeps it real with the basics: good flour, potatoes, olive oil, yeast, and rosemary. Pressing the dough with your fingertips makes these dimples and creates a texture that's chewy but still moist and light. It's pretty simple.

Schiacciata is a great example of Tuscan home baking. And it’s straightforward—and really, it’s a star in any kitchen. Anyone who digs making bread will enjoy trying out a homemade potato flatbread like this, bringing a slice of Italy’s laid-back food scene right into your home. Super tasty.

INGREDIENTS

For the Dough: Type 00 flour 2.3 cups (300 g); Water 0.6 cup (150 g); Extra virgin olive oil 1.1 tbsp (15 g); Fine salt 1.7 tsp (10 g); Fresh brewer's yeast 0.1 oz (2 g)

For Topping: Potatoes 3.5 oz (100 g); Extra virgin olive oil 1 ½ tbsp (25 g); Fine salt 0.8 tsp (5 g); Rosemary to taste; Black pepper to taste; Coarse salt to taste

Cooking

To prepare the easy and quick potato flatbread, start with the dough: dissolve the yeast in a bowl with the water 1, then add the oil 2 and mix. Finally, add the flour, continuing to mix 3.

When it gains consistency 4, turn the dough onto a lightly floured work surface and continue working 5. At this point, incorporate the salt 6.

Work until you obtain a smooth dough 7. Transfer the dough ball to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap 8, and let it rest for 45 minutes, or until it doubles in volume, under a woolen blanket 9.

After the time has passed, peel the potatoes 10 and cut them into thin slices using a mandoline or a knife 11. Place the slices in a bowl and season with 1 tbsp of olive oil 12.

Add salt, pepper 13, and a bit of chopped rosemary 14, then mix everything and let it marinate 15.

Retrieve the risen dough, work it quickly on the floured work surface by pressing it with your fingertips 16. Transfer it to a 10 x 8-inch greased baking pan and spread it out to a thickness of about one-fifth of an inch, using 1 tsp of olive oil poured on top 17. At this point, arrange the potato slices on the surface, slightly overlapping them 18.

Season with 1 tsp of olive oil and a pinch of coarse salt 19. Bake in a static oven, preheated to 375°F, for about 20 minutes 20. Take it out and enjoy the easy and quick potato flatbread while it's still hot 21!

Storage

The easy and quick potato flatbread can be stored in the refrigerator for a maximum of one day.

You can also freeze it once cooked; let it thaw at room temperature before reheating.

Tip

Want to add some cheese? Halfway through cooking, add melting cheeses like mozzarella, scamorza, or caciocavallo.

If you want to prepare in advance by cutting the potatoes, make sure to keep them in a bowl with fresh water before draining and seasoning them, so they don't turn brown.

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Easy and Quick Potato Flatbread

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