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Garlic Parmesan Focaccia Bread

Irresistible Garlic Parmesan Focaccia Bread Recipe You'll Love

This Garlic Parmesan Focaccia Bread is a warm, savory delight with garlic and rich Parmesan, perfect for any meal or as a snack.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1.5 cups warm water about 110°F
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast use fresh for optimal rising
  • 1 teaspoon sugar can substitute with honey
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour whole wheat adds nuttiness
  • 2 teaspoons salt kosher salt works well
  • 0.25 cups olive oil can substitute with avocado oil
For the Toppings
  • 4 cloves garlic minced, can use roasted garlic for sweetness
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated, can substitute with Pecorino Romano
  • few sprigs fresh rosemary use dried rosemary sparingly
  • pinch coarse sea salt fleur de sel is a beautiful alternative

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 ½ cups of warm water, 2 teaspoons of active dry yeast, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Stir gently and let sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of salt, and ¼ cup of olive oil to the mixture. Mix thoroughly until a sticky dough forms.
  3. Transfer the sticky dough onto a floured surface. Knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the kneaded dough into a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
  5. Preheat the oven to 425°F and grease a 13×18-inch baking sheet with olive oil.
  6. Punch down the risen dough, transfer it to the baking sheet, and stretch it to fit evenly.
  7. Create deep dimples on the dough's surface, drizzle with olive oil, and top with minced garlic, grated Parmesan, fresh rosemary, and coarse sea salt.
  8. Let the topped dough rest for about 20-30 minutes while the oven continues to heat.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped. Let cool slightly before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gCalcium: 8mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Reheating focaccia in a 350°F oven for around 10 minutes refreshes the crust and keeps the inside soft.

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