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Garlic Herb Focaccia Recipe

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  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This garlic herb focaccia is soft, airy, and infused with olive oil, garlic, and fragrant herbs. Featuring a crisp golden crust and a fluffy interior, it makes a perfect appetizer, side dish, or sandwich bread that embodies classic Italian flavors.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 4 cups (500g) bread flour
  • 2¼ tsp (7g) instant yeast
  • 2 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1¾ cups (420ml) warm water
  • ¼ cup (60ml) olive oil, plus more for drizzling and greasing

Herbs & Toppings

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  • Flaky sea salt, for topping

Instructions

  1. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the bread flour, instant yeast, and salt thoroughly to ensure even distribution of the leavening and seasoning agents.
  2. Add wet ingredients and form dough: Pour in the warm water and olive oil. Stir until a sticky dough forms, incorporating all the flour and liquids.
  3. First rise: Cover the bowl with a clean towel or plastic wrap and let the dough rise at room temperature for 1 to 2 hours until it has doubled in size, indicating proper fermentation and gluten development.
  4. Prepare baking pan: Generously grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with olive oil to prevent sticking and to impart additional flavor to the focaccia crust.
  5. Shape the dough: Transfer the risen dough onto the prepared pan. Gently stretch and press the dough to evenly fill the pan, creating an even thickness without deflating it too much.
  6. Second rise: Cover again and let the dough rise for another 30 to 45 minutes, allowing it to puff up and become airy before baking.
  7. Preheat oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) so it reaches the optimal temperature needed to achieve a golden, crispy crust.
  8. Dimple the dough: Use your fingertips to press dimples all over the dough surface, which helps hold the olive oil and herbs and creates the signature focaccia texture.
  9. Add toppings: Evenly sprinkle minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme leaves, and flaky sea salt over the dough. Drizzle additional olive oil on top to enhance flavor and moisture.
  10. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the focaccia is golden brown and cooked through.
  11. Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm to enjoy the full aroma and texture.

Notes

  • Use fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme for the most vibrant flavor.
  • Customize your focaccia by adding cherry tomatoes, olives, or caramelized onions before baking for delicious variations.
  • Focaccia is best enjoyed warm on the day it is baked to experience its soft interior and crisp crust at their peak.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://justsosweet.com/garlic-herb-focaccia-recipe/