Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Italy with this Easy Focaccia Bread Recipe. With a crispy exterior and a soft, airy interior, this homemade Italian flatbread is perfect for any occasion—from family dinners to casual gatherings. Made with simple pantry ingredients like flour, yeast, and olive oil, you can whip up this delightful bread in no time. The best part? It’s incredibly versatile! Enjoy it plain, topped with fresh herbs, or alongside your favorite dips. Impress your guests or treat yourself to a warm slice straight from the oven—either way, this focaccia is sure to be a hit!
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)
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves
- Coarse sea salt (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let it sit until frothy (about 5 minutes).
- Add flour and salt to the mixture; stir until a sticky dough forms.
- Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 5 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 90 minutes or until doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Punch down the dough and stretch it onto an oiled baking sheet.
- Create dimples on the surface with your fingers; drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle sea salt and rosemary on top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown; let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg