Description
Easy Homemade Focaccia Bread is a delightful Italian treat that’s both easy to make and versatile. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a soft, chewy loaf that serves as a perfect side for any meal or a base for delicious sandwiches. The rich flavor from high-quality extra-virgin olive oil and the option to customize with fresh herbs like rosemary make this focaccia irresistible. Whether enjoyed warm straight from the oven or as part of a festive gathering, this golden-brown bread is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 g (4 cups) bread flour
- 7 g (2 1/4 teaspoons) instant yeast
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 480 g (2 cups) lukewarm water
- 6 tablespoons high-quality extra-virgin olive oil (divided)
- Flaky salt (for topping)
- 1 tablespoon chopped rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix flour, instant yeast, and kosher salt. Create a well in the center.
- Pour in lukewarm water and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Drizzle 30 g of olive oil over the dough, coat thoroughly, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 18-72 hours.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C). Prepare your baking pan with non-stick spray and drizzle with olive oil.
- Shape dough into a ball, place it in the pan, and let it rise uncovered for 3-4 hours until puffy.
- Drizzle remaining olive oil on top, press dimples into the dough, sprinkle with flaky salt and optional rosemary.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Allow cooling before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg