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Focaccia Bread

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This Focaccia Bread recipe yields a golden, crispy crust with a soft, airy interior. Infused with olive oil and rosemary, it’s a simple yet flavorful bread that’s perfect as a side dish or for sandwiches.

Ingredients

1 ½ cups warm water (105-115°F)

2 teaspoons honey or granulated sugar

2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (one ¼ ounce packet)

3 ½ cups all-purpose flour or bread flour (420 grams)

4 tablespoons olive oil, divided, plus more for greasing hands

1 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves

Flaky sea salt for topping

Instructions

  • Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm water and honey (or sugar). Stir until dissolved, then sprinkle the yeast on top. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

  • Make the Dough: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Pour the yeast mixture and 2 tablespoons of olive oil into the flour, stirring to form dough. Transfer to a floured surface.

  • Knead the Dough: Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic, adding more flour if needed.

  • First Rise: Grease a bowl with olive oil, place dough inside, and cover with a damp cloth. Let rise for 1-1.5 hours until doubled in size.

  • Shape the Dough: Punch the dough down. Grease a baking sheet with olive oil and transfer dough, stretching it into a rectangle or oval. Dimple the surface with your fingers.

  • Second Rise: Drizzle remaining olive oil on the dough. Cover with a cloth and let rise for 30-45 minutes.

  • Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  • Add Toppings: Sprinkle rosemary and flaky sea salt over the dough, drizzle with extra olive oil.

  • Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy on the edges.

  • Serve: Let cool slightly, then slice and serve with olive oil for dipping or as a side dish.

Notes

Herb Variations: Add thyme, oregano, or basil for a twist.

Cheesy Focaccia: Sprinkle with Parmesan or mozzarella cheese before baking.

Garlic Focaccia: Add minced garlic or roasted garlic for an extra savory flavor.

Olive Focaccia: Add chopped olives to the dough for a Mediterranean touch.