Description
Learn how to make easy artisan focaccia bread at home with simple fresh ingredients. This recipe yields focaccia with crispy edges and a soft, fluffy interior, infused with fragrant rosemary and garlic. Perfect as a snack, side, or appetizer, it’s customizable with your favorite herbs and toppings, and delivers a warm, inviting aroma during baking.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet active dry yeast (about 2 1/4 teaspoons)
- 1 1/4 cups warm water (about 110°F / 43°C)
- 2 tablespoons sugar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon sea salt (natural)
- 1/4 cup olive oil, plus extra for greasing and drizzling
Toppings
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (natural)
- 1 teaspoon sea salt (natural), for sprinkling
Optional Variations
- Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- Caramelized onions
- Fresh thyme or oregano
- Plant-based cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm water until frothy, indicating the yeast is active. In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt, then pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a sticky dough forms and knead gently on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size and airy.
- Shape and Dock the Dough: Transfer the dough to a baking pan coated with olive oil. Gently stretch the dough into an even rectangle. Use your fingertips to dimple the surface evenly, creating wells to trap olive oil and toppings.
- Add Toppings and Second Rise: Sprinkle fresh rosemary, sea salt, and garlic powder over the dough. Drizzle generously with olive oil. Cover again and let rest for 20 to 30 minutes so the dough can puff slightly.
- Bake until Golden: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake the focaccia for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and crispy on the outside. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for consistent yeast activation and dough rise.
- Pressing dimples into the dough is essential to hold olive oil and toppings.
- Generously oil the baking pan to prevent sticking and enhance crust texture.
- Allow the dough to rise fully for the best airy texture.
- Feel free to customize your focaccia with various herbs, veggies, or plant-based cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of focaccia)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1.5g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: focaccia,bread,artisan bread,herbs,olive oil,plant-based,vegan,appetizer,snack,Italian bread,easy bread
