Homemade Focaccia Bread Recipe With Garlic & Herbs
This easy Focaccia Bread Recipe is perfect for beginners. Made with simple ingredients and no special tools, it yields soft, golden bread with a crisp edge and flavorful herb topping.
- Prep time
- 2 hr 20 min
- Cook time
- 25 min
- Yield
- 8 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
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- 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
- 1 ¼ cups warm water (110°F/45°C)
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- 1
Put the yeast, sugar, and warm water in a small bowl. Let it sit until foamy, about 5 minutes. This step ensures your yeast is alive and ready to work its magic.
- 2
In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, and garlic powder. Gradually add the yeast mixture and 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Stir until the dough comes together. Transfer it to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 3
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until it doubles in size.
- 4
Grease a baking sheet with olive oil. Punch down the dough and spread it out onto the pan, pressing it with your fingertips to create dimples. For another 20 to 30 minutes, cover and allow it to rise.
- 5
Drizzle olive oil over the dough, ensuring it pools slightly in the dimples. Sprinkle with dried oregano, thyme, basil, black pepper, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
- 6
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the focaccia for 20-25 minutes, or until it’s golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 7
Before slicing, allow the focaccia to cool somewhat on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.