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In a small bowl, add the hot water, sugar, and yeast. Mix briefly and set aside for 5 minutes until it bubbles.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Create a well in the center and add 3 tbsp olive oil, sparkling water, and yeast mixture. Mix until incorporated. The dough will be very sticky and lumpy.
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Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, top with a towel, and let it rise until doubled in size (2-4 hours).
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Butter a 9×13 baking dish. Transfer the dough (it will deflate). Pull the dough to the edges, then pull the center slightly, fold the top down to the center, and fold the bottom up. Swivel the dough and press slightly with fingertips. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise until more than doubled.
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Preheat the oven to 425°F. Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil on top. Press the dough lightly with fingertips to create air pockets. Bake for 25-30 minutes until deep golden brown. Remove from the oven and cool slightly.
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Add peach jam to a piping bag fitted with a round tip. Poke holes into the top of the focaccia and fill with jam.
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In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, extract, and milk until smooth. Drizzle over the focaccia.
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Slice and serve warm. Enjoy your peaches and cream focaccia jelly doughnut!