Description
Making focaccia is a delightful culinary adventure that brings the authentic taste of Italy to your kitchen. In just three hours, you can create a stunning loaf with a golden, crispy crust and a soft, airy interior. Perfect for any occasion—whether you’re enjoying a casual dinner or hosting a festive gathering—this versatile bread can be served as an appetizer, sandwich base, or simply enjoyed with olive oil for dipping. Customize it with your favorite herbs or toppings to make it uniquely yours. Get ready to impress family and friends with this easy-to-follow recipe!
Ingredients
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- 1¾ cups lukewarm water
- 2 teaspoons instant dry yeast
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons salt
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (divided)
- 3 tablespoons water
- ½ teaspoon salt (optional flaky salt)
- 3 pinches rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- Bloom the yeast by mixing lukewarm water, yeast, and sugar in a bowl; let it sit for 30 seconds.
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt; add the yeast mixture and stir until you have a sticky dough.
- Mix in olive oil until fully incorporated.
- For proofing, cover the bowl and choose either quick (1.5–2 hours) or slow (8–24 hours in fridge) methods.
- After proofing, fold the dough multiple times until tight.
- Grease a baking pan with olive oil, spread the dough into it, and let it rise again for about 45 minutes.
- Dimple the dough with fingers and drizzle remaining olive oil-water mixture on top; optionally sprinkle rosemary and flaky salt.
- Bake at 450°F (230°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg