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Focaccia Bread
Discover how to make homemade focaccia bread with this simple and delicious recipe, serving as the perfect addition to any meal.
Course
bread, Breakfast
Cuisine
Italian
Keyword
bread flour, instant yeast, olive oil
Prep Time
1
hour
hour
15
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
25
minutes
minutes
Total Time
1
hour
hour
40
minutes
minutes
Servings
8
Calories
1511
kcal
Author
Corrie
Ingredients
2 ¼
cups
bread flour
or all-purpose flour
1
cup
warm water
1
packet
2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast or instant yeast
¼
cup
olive oil
plus extra for drizzling
1
teaspoon
salt
1
teaspoon
sugar
helps to activate the yeast
Optional toppings: Rosemary
coarse sea salt, cherry tomatoes, olives
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine warm water (not hot), yeast, and sugar. Stir and let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
Add the flour, salt, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the yeast mixture. Mix until the dough comes together.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes, until it becomes smooth.
Place the dough in a well-oiled bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Gently punch the dough down and spread it out on an oiled baking sheet, creating dimples with your fingers.
Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the dough and add your preferred toppings.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Let it cool slightly before cutting.
Notes
Don't rush the proofing (rising) process. Allowing the dough to rise properly contributes to a better texture and flavor.
Dimple the dough generously with your fingers before baking to create characteristic texture and prevent excessive rising.
Add your favorite herbs like rosemary or thyme, or spices and coarse salt before baking for extra flavor.
Monitor your focaccia while baking since oven temperatures can vary, and you want a golden brown color.
Leftover focaccia? Refresh each piece in a toaster oven or regular oven to make it crusty again.
Nutrition
Calories:
1511
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
209
g
|
Protein:
34
g
|
Fat:
59
g
|
Saturated Fat:
8
g
|
Polyunsaturated Fat:
8
g
|
Monounsaturated Fat:
40
g
|
Sodium:
2344
mg
|
Potassium:
295
mg
|
Fiber:
7
g
|
Sugar:
5
g
|
Vitamin A:
23
IU
|
Vitamin C:
0.02
mg
|
Calcium:
67
mg
|
Iron:
3
mg