Easy Rosemary Garlic Focaccia Bread
Indulge in the delightful simplicity of our Easy Rosemary Garlic Focaccia Bread Recipe, a homemade treat that elevates any meal with its fragrant flavors and crispy edges. This quick and beginner-friendly bread is crafted from just a few essential ingredients, making it perfect for busy weeknights or spontaneous gatherings. Whether served as a side dish, appetizer, or sandwich base, this focaccia will impress your guests and make you feel like a gourmet chef. Enjoy the comforting aroma of freshly baked bread in your home today!
- Prep Time: 120 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp instant yeast
- 1 tsp kosher salt (plus more for topping)
- 1 cup lukewarm water
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Optional: 2 tsp minced garlic and fresh rosemary leaves
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, yeast, and salt. Gradually add lukewarm water, mixing until you form a sticky dough.
- Lightly coat the dough with olive oil and let it rest at room temperature for about 1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
- Prepare an 8 or 9-inch baking dish by greasing it with butter and adding olive oil. Place the dough in the dish and roll to coat. Let it rest for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Top the dough with more olive oil, minced garlic, and rosemary if using. Press dimples into the dough using greased fingers.
- Sprinkle additional salt on top and bake for about 25 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow cooling for 10 minutes before slicing and serving warm with butter or dipping oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg