Description
This focaccia is golden, fluffy, and full of flavor, with a crispy crust and soft center. It’s brushed with olive oil, sprinkled with herbs, and topped with cheese for an irresistible homemade bread. Perfect for snacking, dipping, or serving alongside your favorite meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour (or bread flour for chewier texture)
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast (or instant yeast)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt (plus extra for topping)
- 1 teaspoon sugar (or honey)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 1/3 cups warm water
- 1/4 cup olive oil (plus more for brushing)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: Mix warm water, yeast, and sugar in a small bowl. Let it sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Make the Dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, garlic powder, oregano, thyme, basil, and pepper. Stir in yeast mixture and olive oil until a sticky dough forms.
- Knead: On a floured surface, knead 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Or use a stand mixer with dough hook for 5 minutes.
- First Rise: Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Shape: Punch down dough and spread into a greased baking pan. Cover and let rise again 20–30 minutes.
- Dimple and Top: Press fingers into the dough to make dimples. Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with cheeses and a pinch of salt.
- Bake: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before slicing.
Notes
For extra flavor, add fresh rosemary, cherry tomatoes, or caramelized onions before baking. Don’t skimp on olive oil—it gives focaccia its signature crust and flavor. Freeze leftovers in slices for easy reheating.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus rising time)
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 8mg