Description
Focaccia is a delightful Italian flatbread that combines a crispy crust with a soft, airy interior, making it perfect for sharing. This easy recipe invites you to customize your focaccia with herbs, garlic, or even olives for added flavor. Whether served as an appetizer or alongside your favorite meal, homemade focaccia elevates any dining experience. The aroma of freshly baked bread will fill your kitchen, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that beckons friends and family to the table.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F)
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tsp sea salt
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary (chopped)
- Balsamic vinegar (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix warm water with active dry yeast; let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Gradually add flour and sea salt to the yeast mixture; stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Transfer risen dough to an oiled baking sheet and stretch into a rectangle.
- Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with sea salt and rosemary, then bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg