Description
Indulge in the heavenly taste of homemade focaccia with this easy focaccia bread recipe. This delightful Italian flatbread features a soft and airy texture complemented by a crispy crust, making it perfect for any occasion—whether as an appetizer, side dish, or standalone snack. With just a handful of simple ingredients and minimal hands-on time, you can create a deliciously aromatic bread infused with olive oil and rosemary. Customize it with your favorite toppings like olives or sun-dried tomatoes to elevate its flavor profile further. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this warm, comforting delight that pairs beautifully with soups, salads, or simply enjoyed on its own!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups bread flour or all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 3/4 cups warm water
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
- Fresh rosemary leaves
- Coarse sea salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour and salt; stir until a rough dough forms.
- Knead on a floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth.
- Place in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled.
- Punch down the dough, transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet, and stretch into an even rectangle.
- Cover again and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Drizzle dough with olive oil; sprinkle rosemary and coarse sea salt on top.
- Bake for about 25 minutes until golden brown; cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg