Description
Easy Homemade Focaccia Bread is a delightful Italian treat that you can effortlessly bake in your own kitchen. This simple recipe combines only a handful of ingredients to create a fluffy, aromatic bread that’s perfect for any occasion—from family dinners to casual snacks. Infused with high-quality extra-virgin olive oil and customizable toppings, this focaccia is both versatile and impressive. Whether served warm with dips or as part of a gourmet sandwich, it offers a delightful taste of Italy that will quickly become a staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 g (4 cups) bread flour
- 7 g (2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast)
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 480 g (2 cups) lukewarm water
- 6 tablespoons high-quality extra-virgin olive oil (divided)
- Flaky salt (for topping)
- 1 tablespoon chopped rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, yeast, and salt. Create a well in the center and pour in the lukewarm water, stirring until a shaggy dough forms.
- Drizzle 30 g of olive oil over the dough, rub to coat, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 18-72 hours for flavor development.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). Prepare a baking pan with non-stick spray and drizzle with olive oil.
- Shape the refrigerated dough into a ball and place it in the prepared pan. Let it rise uncovered for 3-4 hours until puffy.
- Drizzle remaining olive oil on top, press dimples into the surface, sprinkle with flaky salt and add rosemary if desired.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg