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Easy Homemade Focaccia Bread

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This Easy Homemade Focaccia Bread is a classic Italian flatbread with a crispy golden crust, soft, airy interior, and rich olive oil flavor. Topped with fresh rosemary and coarse sea salt, this focaccia recipe is perfect as an appetizer, sandwich bread, or side dish. It’s simple to make, requires no special equipment, and delivers authentic, bakery-style results at home!

  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 cups (500g) bread flour or all-purpose flour
  • 2¼ teaspoons (7g) active dry yeast or instant yeast
  • 2 teaspoons (10g) salt
  • 1¾ 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

1. Mix and Knead the Dough:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and yeast.
  • Add the warm water and ¼ cup of olive oil, then mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  • Transfer to a lightly floured surface and knead for 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

2. First Rise:

  • Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.

3. Shape and Dimple:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Grease a baking sheet with olive oil. Stretch the dough to fit the pan.
  • Use your fingertips to press dimples all over the surface.

4. Second Rise:

  • Cover and let the dough rise again for 30 minutes.

5. Add Toppings & Bake:

  • Drizzle with extra olive oil, then sprinkle with rosemary leaves and coarse sea salt.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown.

6. Cool & Serve:

  • Remove from oven and let cool slightly before slicing.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Fluffier Focaccia: Allow the dough to rise longer for extra airiness.
  • Garlic Infused: Add minced garlic to the olive oil before drizzling for added flavor.
  • Cheesy Version: Sprinkle Parmesan or mozzarella before baking.
  • Whole Wheat Option: Substitute half the flour with whole wheat flour for a heartier texture.
  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Mixing, Rising, Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian