Lemon Honey Thyme Focaccia
Elevate your bread-baking game with this Lemon Honey Thyme Focaccia, a fragrant twist on the classic Italian flatbread. This recipe combines the bright zest of fresh lemon, floral sweetness of honey, and earthy aroma of thyme to create a truly irresistible loaf with a golden, airy texture. The pillowy dough is easy to prepare and dimpled to perfection, ensuring every bite is infused with olive oil and sprinkled with flaky sea salt for a satisfying crunch. Ideal as a standalone snack or the perfect accompaniment to soups, salads, or charcuterie boards, this focaccia will impress at any meal. With just 20 minutes of prep and a blend of pantry staples and fresh ingredients, this bread is both approachable and elegant—a must-try for any home baker!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams All-purpose flour
- 350 milliliters Warm water
- 7 grams Active dry yeast
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon Flaky sea salt
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine warm water, active dry yeast, and 1 tablespoon of honey. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
Add the flour, 2 teaspoons of salt, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and the remaining 2 tablespoons of honey to the yeast mixture. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, knead with a stand mixer using a dough hook for about 5-7 minutes.
Lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in it, and cover with a damp cloth. Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.
Once risen, punch down the dough and transfer it to a greased 9x13-inch baking pan. Stretch the dough evenly to cover the pan and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
Using your fingers, create dimples all over the surface of the dough. Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the top.
Sprinkle the fresh thyme leaves, lemon zest, and flaky sea salt evenly over the dough.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
324 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.5 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1220 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.5 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.1 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 11 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 77 mg | 2% | |
*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.
