Easy Homemade Focaccia Bread Recipe
A simple and delicious homemade focaccia bread recipe perfect for beginners, requiring minimal ingredients and effort.
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons salt Maldon Sea Salt Flakes
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast 1 packet
- 1 3/4 cups warm water
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 cup olive oil plus more for drizzling; California Extra Virgin Oil recommended
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary or dried
- Optional: cherry tomatoes, garlic cloves, black olives, or caramelized onion
Instructions
- Activate yeast in warm water, mix dough ingredients, and knead for 10 minutes until smooth.
- Let dough rise in a lightly oiled bowl for 1 hour, then prepare baking pan with olive oil.
- Transfer dough to pan, create dimples with fingers, and add desired toppings.
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for 10 minutes, then slice and serve.
Notes
For a more authentic texture, let the dough rise longer if time permits.