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Same Day Focaccia Recipe

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This Same Day Focaccia recipe offers a quick and easy way to enjoy fresh, homemade Italian flatbread bursting with flavor. Featuring a soft, airy interior and a golden, crispy crust, this focaccia is enhanced with olive oil, herbs, and your choice of savory toppings like rosemary, garlic, cherry tomatoes, and olives. Perfect for serving as an appetizer, snack, or alongside your favorite meals, this recipe requires just a few simple ingredients and about 2 hours from start to finish.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
  • 1 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1 pinch sugar (optional, to activate yeast)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 1/3 cups warm water (about 105°F/40°C)
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling

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: In a small bowl, combine warm water (about 105°F/40°C) with the active dry yeast and a pinch of sugar if using. Let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes until the mixture becomes bubbly and frothy, indicating the yeast is active.
  2. Mix the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, stir together the all-purpose flour and sea salt. Pour in the activated yeast mixture and 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil. Gently combine the ingredients until a wet, sticky dough forms, which will create the focaccia’s soft and airy interior.
  3. First Rise: Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Place it in a warm spot and allow the dough to rise until nearly doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  4. Shape and Prepare for Baking: Transfer the risen dough onto a generously oiled baking sheet. Using your fingertips, gently stretch and press the dough into a rectangular shape about 1 inch thick. Create dimples all over the dough’s surface with your fingertips to trap oil and toppings.
  5. Add Olive Oil and Toppings: Drizzle a generous amount of olive oil evenly over the surface of the dough. Sprinkle with a bit of sea salt and add your choice of fresh herbs, minced garlic or garlic-infused olive oil, cherry tomatoes, olives, or any other desired toppings.
  6. Final Rise and Bake: Let the dough rest for 20 minutes to rise again while you preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Bake the focaccia for 15 to 20 minutes until the top is a golden brown and crispy around the edges. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use warm water around 105°F (40°C) to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
  • The pinch of sugar is optional but helps to activate the yeast faster.
  • You can customize the toppings based on your taste preference or what’s available.
  • Creating dimples in the dough is essential to trapping the olive oil and toppings, enhancing flavor and texture.
  • For best results, use a baking sheet with edges to prevent oil from spilling during baking.
  • Allowing the dough to rest during the final rise helps produce a lighter, airier focaccia crust.

Keywords: focaccia, Italian bread, homemade bread, rosemary focaccia, easy focaccia recipe, olive oil bread, savory focaccia

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