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Easy Focaccia Bread

Soft and golden Italian focaccia bread flavored with olive oil and rosemary, perfect for sandwiches, dipping, or as a side.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizer, Side
Cuisine: Bakery, Italian
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Focaccia Dough
  • 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet active dry yeast 2 ¼ tsp
  • 1.25 cups warm water 110°F / 45°C
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 0.25 cup olive oil plus extra for drizzling
  • 2 tsp fresh rosemary chopped or 1 tsp dried
  • coarse sea salt for topping

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Measuring cups
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5–10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and ¼ cup olive oil, stir until sticky dough forms.
  3. Knead dough 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place dough in lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise 1–1.5 hours until doubled.
  5. Transfer dough to oiled baking sheet, stretch to fit. Press dimples all over dough.
  6. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle rosemary and coarse sea salt.
  7. Cover and let rise 20–30 minutes.
  8. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before slicing.

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store in airtight container for up to 3 days.