Easy Homemade Focaccia Bread Recipe
Focaccia bread bakes light with crisp olive-oil crust—top with herbs and sea salt for an Italian side that upgrades soups, salads, and sandwiches.
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 packet 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 ⅓ cups warm water 110°F/45°C
- ¼ cup olive oil plus more for topping and pan
- Optional toppings: sea salt rosemary, garlic, cherry tomatoes, olives
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Add flour, salt, and olive oil. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead dough by hand or with a mixer for about 5–7 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1–2 hours or until doubled in size.
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with olive oil. Punch down the dough and press it evenly into the pan.
- Cover and let rise again for 20–30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Dimple the dough with your fingers and drizzle generously with olive oil. Add toppings as desired.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before slicing and serving.