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A golden-brown focaccia bread with dimpled surface, garnished with herbs and sea salt.

Proven way to grow perfect Focaccia Bread

This recipe guides you through making a perfect focaccia with a crispy crust and a soft, airy interior. It's a straightforward process that yields a delicious Italian bread, great for sharing or as a side.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons Instant yeast
  • 1.5 cups Warm water
  • 4 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1.5 teaspoons Salt
Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Rosemary (fresh or dried)
  • 0.5 teaspoon Flaky sea salt

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Plastic wrap
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, yeast, and salt.
  2. Gradually add the warm water and olive oil, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead on a lightly floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Rising
  1. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet.
  2. Gently transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheet and stretch it into a rectangle.
  3. Dimple the dough with your fingertips, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with rosemary and flaky sea salt.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
Serving
  1. Let the focaccia cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding roasted garlic or cherry tomatoes to the topping along with the rosemary. The dough can also be prepared the night before and refrigerated for a slower, more flavorful rise; just bring it to room temperature before baking.