Garlic Focaccia
Elevate your homemade bread game with this irresistible Garlic Focaccia recipe, a fragrant and fluffy delight perfect for any occasion. This Italian classic combines a beautifully soft and airy dough with the rich, mellow sweetness of roasted garlic and the herby aroma of fresh rosemary (optional), all crowned with a generous drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. With a golden, lightly crisp exterior and pillow-soft interior, this focaccia is easier to make than you might think, thanks to simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and warm water. The dimpling technique ensures pockets of flavor in every bite, while the slow rise yields a perfectly tender crumb. Serve warm as a side dish, sandwich base, or savory snack—it's a surefire crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with soups, pastas, or your favorite dips. Whether you're a seasoned baker or trying yeast bread for the first time, this garlic-studded focaccia is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams All-purpose flour
- 350 milliliters Warm water
- 7 grams Instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 60 milliliters Olive oil
- 8 whole Garlic cloves
- 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Flaky sea salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Cut the tops off the garlic cloves, drizzle them with a bit of olive oil, wrap them in foil, and roast in the oven for 30 minutes until soft. Set aside to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and instant yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
Add 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) of olive oil, salt, and flour to the yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5-6 minutes.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Drizzle a generous amount of olive oil onto a large baking pan. Transfer the dough onto the pan and stretch it out evenly to about 1 inch thick.
Using your fingertips, press dimples into the surface of the dough. Drizzle the remaining olive oil evenly on top.
Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins and scatter them across the dough, pressing them gently into the dimples. Add rosemary sprigs if desired.
Sprinkle the flaky sea salt evenly over the top.
Cover the dough with a clean towel and let it rise for another 20-30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F).
Bake the focaccia in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2407 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.0 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5718 mg | 249% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 397.1 g | 144% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 56.2 g | 112% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 114 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 24.5 mg | 136% | |
| Potassium | 716 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
