Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making homemade focaccia, a classic Italian flatbread that’s as versatile as it is delicious. This recipe guides you through creating a perfectly crispy crust with a soft, airy interior, all in just three hours. Whether served as an appetizer, paired with soups and salads, or enjoyed in sandwiches, this focaccia will impress your family and friends at any gathering. With customizable toppings like fresh herbs or flavorful spices, you’ll find endless ways to enjoy this rustic bread.
Ingredients
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- 1¾ cups lukewarm water
- 2 teaspoons instant dry yeast
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 4 cups all-purpose flour (or bread flour)
- 3 teaspoons salt
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Optional: rosemary and flaky salt for topping
Instructions
- Bloom the yeast by mixing lukewarm water, yeast, and sugar in a small bowl; let sit for 30 seconds.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and stir until a wet dough forms. Incorporate olive oil.
- Choose between quick proofing for 1.5 to 2 hours or slow proofing in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
- After proofing, fold the dough in the bowl about 20–40 times until it tightens.
- Prepare your baking pan with olive oil or parchment paper, spread the dough into it, and allow it to proof again for about 45 minutes while preheating your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Create dimples in the dough using your fingers dipped in a mixture of olive oil, water, and salt; optionally sprinkle with rosemary.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown. Allow cooling before slicing.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg