Description
This Easy Focaccia Bread Recipe invites you to indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade Italian flatbread. With its crispy exterior and soft, airy interior, this focaccia is not only a breeze to prepare but also incredibly versatile. Perfect for serving as an appetizer, a side dish, or even a base for gourmet sandwiches, it can be customized with your favorite herbs and toppings. Imagine tearing into warm slices drizzled with olive oil or pairing them with rich dips like hummus or pesto. This recipe guarantees impressive results without any fuss, making it ideal for both casual meals and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups bread flour or all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast or instant yeast
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 3/4 cups warm water
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
- Fresh rosemary leaves for topping
- Coarse sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm water and yeast; let sit until frothy.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt; gradually add yeast mixture while stirring.
- Knead until smooth; form into a ball and place in an oiled bowl. Cover and let rise until doubled in size (1-2 hours).
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Transfer dough to an oiled baking sheet; stretch to fit the pan.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt. Make dimples on the surface with your fingers and scatter rosemary on top.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown; cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg