Description
Elevate your home baking with this Easy Focaccia Bread Recipe, a delightful Italian flatbread that is both simple and rewarding. With its crispy, golden crust and soft, airy interior, this focaccia is perfect for any occasion—whether as a side dish for dinner or a standout appetizer at gatherings. Made with just a few pantry staples, this recipe ensures you can impress your family and friends with minimal effort. Customize it with your favorite toppings like rosemary, olives, or garlic for an added burst of flavor. Enjoy the warm, comforting taste of homemade focaccia straight from your oven.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups bread flour or all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 3/4 cups warm water
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh rosemary leaves
- Coarse sea salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water and yeast; let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour, salt, and olive oil; stir until combined.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.
- Place in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm area for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Punch down the dough and shape it onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Let rise again for 30 minutes; drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle rosemary and sea salt.
- Bake for about 25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg