How to make focaccia –Focaccia bread is a delicious and versatile choice that can elevate any meal. Making it at home can be a rewarding experience, and the best part is you don’t need a mixer to achieve that perfect texture! Follow this simple recipe to create your own focaccia from scratch.
Visual Inspiration
Here’s a glimpse of what your finished product could look like:
Ingredients
To make your focaccia bread, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 ¾ cups warm water (about 110°F)
- ¼ cup olive oil (plus extra for drizzling)
- Optional toppings: rosemary, sea salt, cherry tomatoes, olives, etc.
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Add the flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead it gently for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Place the kneaded dough into a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
- Once risen, punch down the dough and transfer it to a greased baking sheet. Use your fingers to stretch and press the dough into a rectangle or circle, making dimples all over the surface.
- Cover the dough again and let it rise for another 20-30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Before baking, drizzle olive oil over the top and sprinkle with your choice of toppings such as rosemary and sea salt.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Let it cool slightly before slicing.
Enjoy your freshly baked focaccia as an appetizer, side, or even as a base for a delicious sandwich! This recipe is sure to impress your friends and family, and creating it at home adds a special touch to any meal.