Description
Garlic Parmesan Focaccia Bread – A Savory Homemade Favorite
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups warm water (about 110°F)
- 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary)
- 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- Add the flour, salt, and 1/4 cup olive oil to the yeast mixture. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for about 5 minutes.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F. Grease a 13×18-inch baking sheet with olive oil.
- Punch down the risen dough and transfer it to the prepared baking sheet. Stretch and press it out to fit the pan.
- Use your fingers to create dimples all over the surface of the dough. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, rosemary, and coarse sea salt.
- Let the dough rest for an additional 20-30 minutes while the oven preheats.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before slicing.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the garlic and olive oil mixture before drizzling it over the dough.
- Experiment with different toppings like sliced olives, sun-dried tomatoes, or fresh herbs to customize your focaccia.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg