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Focaccia Recipe

Fluffy Focaccia Recipe: Bake Your Way to Happiness!

This Fluffy Focaccia Recipe offers a delightful combination of crispy crust and airy crumb for an irresistible homemade bread.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Proofing Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup Lukewarm Water Activates the yeast.
  • 2 teaspoons Instant Dry Yeast Can substitute with fresh yeast.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Optional for browning.
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Can swap for bread or pizza flour.
  • 2 teaspoons Salt Critical for dough structure.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds richness and moisture.
Topping Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For drizzling.
  • Sprinkle of Salt Optional for extra taste.
  • Optional Rosemary For added flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Pan
  • Whisk
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup of lukewarm water, 2 teaspoons of instant dry yeast, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Allow to sit for about 30 seconds until frothy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour and 2 teaspoons of salt. Make a well, pour in the yeast mixture and 2 tablespoons of olive oil, stir until a wet dough forms.
  3. Cover and let dough rise in a warm place for 1.5 to 2 hours or refrigerate for 8-24 hours.
  4. Gently stretch and fold the dough in the bowl 20-40 times to redistribute the yeast.
  5. Grease a 9x13-inch pan with olive oil, transfer dough, stretch to fit, cover, and let rise for another 45 minutes.
  6. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
  7. Mix together 2 tablespoons of olive oil and a sprinkle of salt. Press dimples into the dough and drizzle the mixture over the top.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and avoid over-kneading. Experiment with toppings for unique flavors.

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