Description
Mediterranean kitchens come alive with this rosemary garlic focaccia bread, blending rustic Italian flavors and aromatic herbs. Crisp exterior and pillowy center promise a sensory journey that invites eager hands to break and share warm, herb-infused slices with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 teaspoons salt
Leavening Agent:
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
Instructions
- Activate yeast by combining with warm water and allow to foam for 5 minutes.
- Create dough by incorporating flour, olive oil, rosemary, and salt until mixture becomes slightly rough and cohesive.
- Transfer dough to floured surface and massage thoroughly for 10 minutes, developing smooth and stretchy texture.
- Place dough in lightly oiled container, cover, and allow to expand in warm environment for approximately 1 hour until volume doubles.
- Deflate risen dough and spread across prepared baking sheet, gently stretching to fill entire pan surface.
- Prepare oven at 425F (220C) for baking.
- Create decorative indentations across dough surface using fingertips.
- Enhance flavor by drizzling additional olive oil, sprinkling minced garlic and sea salt across focaccia.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until exterior achieves golden brown coloration and crisp edges.
Notes
- Ensure water temperature is lukewarm (around 110°F) to activate yeast without killing it, preventing bread from failing to rise.
- Use fresh rosemary for maximum aromatic flavor, finely chopping to distribute evenly throughout the dough.
- Experiment with additional toppings like sliced olives, sun-dried tomatoes, or grated Parmesan for unique variations.
- Allow bread to cool slightly before slicing to maintain its soft, airy texture and prevent moisture loss.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 0.3 g
- Sodium: 290 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg