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Same Day Focaccia Recipe

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This Same Day Focaccia recipe delivers a soft, flavorful Italian flatbread with a crispy golden crust, perfect for a quick yet delicious homemade treat. Enhanced with fresh herbs, olive oil, and your favorite toppings like cherry tomatoes, olives, and cheese, this focaccia is an ideal accompaniment to meals or a tasty snack on its own.

Ingredients

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For the Dough

  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
  • 1 1/3 cups warm water (about 105°F/40°C)
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 1 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1 pinch sugar (optional, to activate yeast)

Toppings (Optional)

  • Fresh rosemary sprigs
  • Minced garlic or garlic-infused olive oil
  • Cherry tomatoes
  • Olives
  • Fresh thyme, oregano, or basil
  • Grated Parmesan or crumbled feta cheese
  • Thinly sliced red onions, bell peppers, or zucchini

Instructions

  1. Activate the Yeast: Combine warm water with active dry yeast and a pinch of sugar in a small bowl. Let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes until bubbly and frothy, indicating the yeast is active and ready.
  2. Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, stir together the flour and sea salt. Pour in the activated yeast mixture along with 1/4 cup olive oil. Gently combine until a wet, sticky dough forms, which will yield the focaccia’s soft interior.
  3. First Rise: Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and place it in a warm area. Let the dough rise until nearly doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  4. Shape and Prepare for Baking: Transfer the risen dough to an oiled baking sheet. Gently stretch and press it into a rectangular shape about 1 inch thick. Use your fingertips to create dimples all over the dough’s surface to trap oil and toppings.
  5. Add Olive Oil and Toppings: Drizzle a generous amount of olive oil over the dough’s surface and sprinkle with sea salt. Add any desired herbs, garlic, cherry tomatoes, olives, or other toppings.
  6. Final Rise and Bake: Let the dough rest for 20 minutes while preheating the oven to 450°F (230°C). Bake the focaccia for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown and crispy around the edges.

Notes

  • Use warm water around 105°F (40°C) to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
  • Creating dimples in the dough allows olive oil and toppings to settle, enhancing flavor and texture.
  • Feel free to customize toppings based on your preference, such as different herbs, cheeses, and vegetables.
  • For a softer crust, cover focaccia with a clean towel after baking to retain moisture.
  • This recipe can be doubled for larger batches or customized with whole wheat flour for a healthier option.

Keywords: focaccia, Italian bread, quick bread, homemade focaccia, olive oil bread, herb bread, savory bread, rosemary focaccia

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