Description
Discover the joy of baking with this Easy Focaccia Bread Recipe! This Italian flatbread features a golden, crispy crust and a soft, airy interior that will impress anyone who takes a bite. Perfect for any occasion, whether as an appetizer, side dish, or snack, this focaccia is incredibly versatile. With just a few simple ingredients you probably already have in your pantry, you can create a homemade delight that fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Customize it with your favorite toppings like fresh herbs or olives for added flavor. Get ready to elevate your meals with this comforting and easy-to-make focaccia!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups (500g) bread flour or all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (7g) active dry yeast or instant yeast
- 2 teaspoons (10g) salt
- 1 3/4 cups (415ml) warm water
- 1/4 cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves
- Coarse sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water and yeast; let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour, salt, and olive oil; mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth; place back in the bowl and cover.
- Let rise in a warm place for about 1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
- Transfer to a greased baking sheet lined with parchment paper; stretch to fit pan and dimple the surface.
- Cover and let rise again for 30 minutes while preheating oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle rosemary and coarse sea salt on top.
- Bake for about 25 minutes until golden brown; cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 182
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg