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Focaccia Bread

A flat oven-baked Italian bread, similar in style and texture to pizza doughs.

Prep Time

2 hours (includes proofing)

Cook Time

25 minutes

Total Time

2 hours 25 minutes

Difficulty

Medium

Skills Required

Dough Making

Ingredients & Nutrition

250 kcal

Calories

6g

Protein

8g

Fat

40g

Carbs

2g

Fiber

1g

Sugar

500mg

Sodium

  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 1/4 tsp Active Dry Yeast
  • 1 3/4 cups Warm Water
  • 1/4 cup, plus more for drizzling Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 2 tsp Salt
  • for topping Coarse Sea Salt
  • for topping Fresh Rosemary

Equipment Needed

Let AI Suggest Variations

  • Top with cherry tomatoes and olives.
  • Add garlic cloves to the dimples before baking.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Incorporate sun-dried tomatoes into the dough.

Instructions:

1. In a stand mixer bowl, combine yeast, warm water, and sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.

2. Add flour, olive oil, and salt. Knead with the dough hook for 5-7 minutes until the dough is smooth.

3. Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.

4. Press the dough into an oiled baking sheet. Use your fingers to create dimples all over the surface.

5. Drizzle with more olive oil, and sprinkle with coarse sea salt and rosemary.

6. Let it rest for another 20 minutes. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.