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Dorothy Thomas

Focaccia Bread Recipe

A classic Italian flatbread with a crispy golden crust, soft and airy interior, and topped with fragrant rosemary and flaky sea salt. Perfect as a side, for sandwiches, or dipped in olive oil!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 10
Course: Appetizer, Bread, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups All-purpose flour Or bread flour
  • 1 ⅔ cups Warm water ~110°F (43°C)
  • 2 ¼ tsp Active dry yeast 1 packet
  • 1 tsp Sugar To activate yeast
  • 2 tsp Salt Divided (1 for dough)
  • ½ cup Extra-virgin olive oil + 2 tbsp for topping
  • 2 tbsp Fresh rosemary Chopped
  • 1 tsp Flaky sea salt For topping

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Measuring cups/spoons
  • Plastic wrap or kitchen towel
  • Fork or whisk

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5–10 mins until frothy.
  2. Add flour, 1 tsp salt, and ¼ cup olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until combined (dough will be sticky).
  3. Cover with a towel and let rise in a warm place for 1–2 hours, or until doubled in size.
  4. Pour 2 tbsp olive oil into a 9x13-inch pan. Transfer dough to the pan, stretching it to fit.
  5. Use your fingers to press dimples into the dough. Drizzle with remaining oil, rosemary, and sea salt.
  6. Let rise for 20–30 mins while preheating the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  7. Bake for 20–25 mins until golden. Cool slightly before slicing.

Notes

  1. Variations: Add cherry tomatoes, garlic, or olives before baking.
  2. Storage: Keep in an airtight container for 2 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
  3. No-Knead: This recipe doesn’t require kneading—just mix and rise!