Description
Focaccia is a delightful Italian bread known for its golden crust and soft, pillowy inside. Perfect for any occasion, it’s easy to make and can be topped with your favorite ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups warm water
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup olive oil (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1 tablespoon salt
- Toppings (optional): rosemary, sea salt, cherry tomatoes, olives
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast; let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt; create a well in the center to pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.
- Stir until a dough forms; knead on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Punch down the dough and spread it onto a greased baking sheet; use your fingers to poke dimples in the surface.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle your toppings generously.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and fragrant.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg