Quick And Easy Focaccia Bread Recipe
Craving freshly baked focaccia but short on time? This quick and easy recipe is your answer! In just a few hours, you can enjoy golden, fluffy focaccia topped with your favorite herbs and spices. Perfect as an appetizer, sandwich base, or side dish, this simple recipe requires minimal ingredients and delivers maximum flavor. With a delightful crust and a soft, airy interior, this focaccia will become your go-to bread for any occasion. Let’s get baking!
This recipe requires no fancy equipment or extensive baking skills—just a mixing bowl and a baking pan. In no time, you’ll have a soft, airy interior and a perfectly crispy crust. Plus, you can customize it with your favorite toppings—think sea salt, rosemary, sun-dried tomatoes, or even olives!
Serves: 8-10 people
Prep Time: 150 minutes
Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
INGREDIENTS
1 large teaspoon dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water - divided in 1/4 cups
3 cups bread flour
1/2 tablespoon salt
1/4 cup olive oil
Flake salt for topping
DIRECTIONS
Mix yeast and 1/4 cup of warm water and set aside for 5 minutes or until yeast water bubbles.
In mixer bowl add flour, water, salt, and yeast water.
Knead by hand for 5 minutes then use a dough hook with a mixer for about 3 minutes.
Cover and rest for 15 minutes then re-mix for 10 minutes. Add 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil into the bowl as mixing.
Cover and set aside for 1 hour to rise.
In a 13”x9.5” or larger dish place 2-3 more tablespoons of olive oil.
Once the hour has passed, stretch the dough into the oiled pan and re-cover to rest for another hour. When the hour is almost up set the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit
After the second proof is done, add dimples to the bread dough and add the remaining olive oil, you can never have too much. Top with flaky salt and or any other toppings you want and bake for 20-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Allow the bread to cool down for a few minutes then ENJOY!
So roll up your sleeves and let’s dive into this easy, same-day focaccia recipe that will impress your family and friends. Get ready to savor the aroma of freshly baked bread filling your kitchen!
