Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making Easy Homemade Focaccia Bread. This simple yet impressive bread features a soft and chewy texture with an irresistible golden crust, perfect for any meal of the day. With just a handful of pantry staples and minimal effort, you can create a flavorful focaccia that serves as an excellent sandwich base or a stand-alone snack. The long rise time in the refrigerator enhances its taste, making it an ideal choice for both novice bakers and seasoned pros. Whether enjoyed plain with olive oil or dressed up with herbs and toppings, this focaccia is sure to impress family and friends alike.
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 extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- Flaky salt for topping
- Chopped rosemary for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, yeast, and salt. Create a well in the center and add lukewarm water. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Drizzle 30 g olive oil on top of the dough and coat it before covering the bowl with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 18 to 72 hours.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). Grease a baking pan and add another 30 g of olive oil.
- Shape the dough into a ball and transfer it to the baking pan, ensuring it's coated in oil.
- Allow the dough to rise uncovered for 3-4 hours until it nearly fills the pan.
- Create dimples on top of the dough, drizzle with remaining olive oil, sprinkle with rosemary if desired, then bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg