Description
Focaccia is a delightful Italian flatbread that brings a taste of Italy right to your kitchen. With its golden, crispy crust and soft, airy interior, this homemade focaccia recipe is perfect for any occasion. Whether enjoyed fresh with olive oil, served alongside soups and salads, or used as the base for flavorful sandwiches, this versatile bread will impress everyone at the table. In just three hours, you can create a warm, fluffy focaccia that’s bursting with flavor and customizable to suit your taste preferences. Get ready to elevate your baking game and enjoy the wonderful aroma of freshly baked bread wafting through your home.
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)
- Optional toppings: rosemary, flaky salt
Instructions
- Bloom the yeast by mixing lukewarm water, yeast, and sugar in a small bowl. Let sit for 30 seconds until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and mix until you have a wet dough. Stir in 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Choose between quick proofing (1.5 to 2 hours at room temperature) or slow proofing (8 to 24 hours in the fridge).
- After proofing, fold the dough in the bowl about 20 to 40 times.
- Grease a baking pan with olive oil and spread the dough into it. Let it proof for an additional 45 minutes while preheating your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Dimple the surface with your fingers dipped in a mixture of olive oil, water, and salt; add optional toppings.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown. Cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg