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A close-up side view of golden-brown focaccia bread with a soft texture.
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Focaccia Bread

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 8 slices
Calories 250
Enjoy homemade focaccia bread with a crispy crust and soft interior, perfect for snacking or as a side.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups warm water (About 110°F/43°C)
  • 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 tablespoon sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (Plus extra for drizzling)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • coarse sea salt coarse sea salt (For sprinkling)
  • fresh rosemary or other herbs fresh rosemary or other herbs (Optional, for topping)

Instructions 

  • Mix warm water, sugar, and yeast; let sit 5 min until foamy.
  • Add flour, salt, and olive oil; mix into shaggy dough.
  • Knead dough 5-7 min until smooth; let rise 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Punch down dough and stretch on baking sheet.
  • Create dimples, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle salt and herbs; rest 20 min.
  • Bake 25 min until golden; cool slightly before slicing.

Notes

For extra flavor, add herbs before baking.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Bread
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: herbs, Yeast