Description
This easy homemade focaccia bread recipe gives you a beautifully golden crust, a fluffy, airy interior, and a rich olive oil flavor. It’s the perfect bread for dipping, sandwiches, or serving alongside your favorite dishes. With simple ingredients and an easy method, you’ll bake restaurant-quality focaccia at home effortlessly!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups 500g bread flour or all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ teaspoons 7g active dry yeast or instant yeast
- 2 teaspoons 10g salt
- 1 ¾ cups 415ml warm water
- ¼ cup 60ml extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves
- Coarse sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Make the Dough: Add the flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until a sticky dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. (Or use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5–6 minutes.)
- First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Prepare the Baking Pan: Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with olive oil. Transfer the risen dough to the pan and gently stretch it to fit. Cover and let it rise again for 30–40 minutes.
- Add Toppings: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Use your fingers to create dimples in the dough. Drizzle generously with olive oil and sprinkle fresh rosemary and coarse sea salt on top.
- Bake the Focaccia: Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy at the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Let the focaccia cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature with olive oil for dipping.
Notes
- For extra flavor: Infuse olive oil with garlic before drizzling it over the dough.
- For a crispier crust: Bake the focaccia on a pizza stone or preheated baking sheet.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Freeze for longer storage.
- Reheating: Warm in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5–7 minutes or in a toaster oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired