Description
A delightful crispy focaccia bread bursting with flavors of garlic and cheese, perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying with olive oil.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1¾ cups warm water
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Proof the Yeast: In a mixing bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle the active dry yeast on top and let it sit for 5–10 minutes until it’s frothy.
- Mix Dough: Add the all-purpose flour, kosher salt, and olive oil to the bowl. Stir until a sticky dough forms.
- Let It Rise: Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for about 1–1½ hours, or until it has doubled in size.
- Prepare Toppings: Mince the garlic and freshly grate the Parmesan cheese.
- Transfer Dough: Pour olive oil into a baking pan, then carefully transfer the risen dough into this pan.
- Dimple Dough: Use your fingertips to create dimples in the dough’s surface, then sprinkle the minced garlic, grated Parmesan, and any optional herbs you like.
- Final Rise: Allow the dough to rise again for another 20–30 minutes while preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until the focaccia turns a beautiful golden brown.
Notes
Experiment with different cheeses or fresh herbs to customize your focaccia. Store in a cool place wrapped tightly for freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: focaccia, garlic bread, Italian bread, homemade bread, easy recipe