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Super Easy No-Knead Focaccia Recipe

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  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 2 hours
  • Yield: 1 focaccia (about 12 pieces)
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This Super Easy No-Knead Focaccia is a soft and fluffy Italian bread infused with rich olive oil flavor. Perfect for beginners, it requires no kneading or special tools. The dough is simply mixed, left to rise, then baked to a golden perfection with a dimpled top and sprinkled with herbs and flaky sea salt.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ cups warm water (110°F / 43°C)
  • ¼ cup olive oil, plus more for pan and topping

Toppings

  • 1–2 tsp dried herbs (rosemary, Italian seasoning, or thyme)
  • Flaky sea salt, for topping

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and active dry yeast until well combined.
  2. Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the warm water and olive oil. Stir with a spoon until a sticky dough forms, ensuring all the flour is moistened.
  3. First Rise: Cover the bowl with a clean towel or plastic wrap and let the dough rise at room temperature for 1 to 1½ hours, or until it has doubled in size and bubbles appear on the surface.
  4. Prepare Pan: Generously coat a 9×13-inch baking pan with olive oil to prevent sticking and add flavor.
  5. Shape Dough: Transfer the risen dough into the prepared pan. Gently stretch and press it out to evenly fill the pan without tearing the dough.
  6. Second Rise: Cover the pan and let the dough rest for 20 to 30 minutes until it becomes puffy and slightly risen again.
  7. Preheat Oven: While the dough is resting, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking.
  8. Dimple and Top Dough: Use your fingers dipped in olive oil to press dimples all over the surface of the dough. Drizzle additional olive oil over the top, then sprinkle evenly with your choice of dried herbs and flaky sea salt for a fragrant and flavorful crust.
  9. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the focaccia turns a golden brown color and the edges are crisp.
  10. Cool and Serve: Allow the focaccia to cool slightly in the pan before slicing into approximately 12 pieces. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • The dough should remain sticky; avoid adding extra flour during mixing or shaping to keep focaccia soft and airy.
  • For flavor variations, try adding sliced olives, cherry tomatoes, or roasted garlic on top before baking.
  • Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers reheat well in the oven to restore crispiness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://justsosweet.com/super-easy-no-knead-focaccia-recipe/