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Easiest Focaccia Bread: 7 Steps to Heavenly Homemade Bliss

Easiest Focaccia Bread

Easiest Focaccia Bread recipe for beginners.

  • Author: Ghalina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (512 g) all-purpose flour or bread flour
  • 2 to 3 teaspoons (10 to 15 grams) kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons (8 g) instant yeast
  • 2 cups (455 g) lukewarm water
  • Butter for greasing
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • Flaky sea salt, such as Maldon
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons whole rosemary leaves, optional

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, and yeast.
  2. Add lukewarm water and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Stir until combined.
  3. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let the dough rise for 1 hour.
  4. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  5. Grease a baking sheet with butter and pour the dough onto it.
  6. Use your fingers to stretch the dough to fill the baking sheet.
  7. Drizzle remaining olive oil on top and sprinkle with flaky sea salt and rosemary.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Let it cool before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For a stronger flavor, let the dough rise overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Experiment with toppings like olives or sun-dried tomatoes.

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