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Focaccia Bread

This homemade focaccia bread is airy and delicious, perfect for dipping or as a side dish. Customize it with your favorite herbs and toppings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 4 cups bread flour Use bread flour for the best texture.
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast Make sure the yeast is fresh.
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/4 cup olive oil Plus extra for drizzling.
  • 1 3/4 cups warm water Warm but not hot to avoid killing yeast.
Toppings
  • to taste Fresh rosemary Can substitute with other herbs.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, mix the bread flour, yeast, salt, and sugar.
  2. Gradually add warm water and olive oil, stirring until a sticky dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-10 minutes until smooth.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Punch down the dough and transfer it to a greased baking sheet.
  3. Stretch the dough into a rectangle about 1 inch thick.
  4. Use your fingers to create dimples all over the surface.
  5. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with rosemary and coarse sea salt.
  6. Let it rise for another 30 minutes.
  7. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

Store the focaccia in an airtight container for up to 3 days. It can also be frozen for longer storage.