Quick and Dirty Focaccia
Quick and Dirty Focaccia is a fast, simplified version of the classic Italian bread, delivering a golden crust, soft interior, and rich olive oil flavor in under an hour—perfect for weeknight baking or beginner bread makers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: One 9x13-inch focaccia (serves 6–8)
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 2 tbsp olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- Coarse sea salt, for topping
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary or other herbs (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Stir in flour and salt to form a sticky dough.
- Add olive oil and mix until dough is shaggy and pulling away from the bowl.
- Transfer dough to a well-oiled 9×13-inch pan. Spread it out using oiled fingers.
- Let the dough rise uncovered in a warm place for 20–30 minutes until puffy.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Dimple the dough with your fingers. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with coarse salt, herbs, or garlic if using.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden brown and crisp on the edges.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use bread flour instead of all-purpose for a chewier texture.For extra crispiness, use more olive oil in the pan and on top.Customize toppings with cheese, herbs, or tomatoes before baking.Skip garlic or herbs for a plain version perfect for sandwiches.This focaccia is best enjoyed the day it’s made but reheats well in the oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pan)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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