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Easy Focaccia Bread Recipe

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If you’re craving a warm, golden-brown flatbread that’s not only easy to make but also delightful to serve, this Easy Focaccia Bread Recipe is the answer! Picture yourself pulling a freshly baked focaccia from the oven, its surface glistening with extra virgin olive oil and sprinkled with coarse sea salt. This homemade Italian bread is perfect for any occasion—whether as a side dish for family dinners, a base for savory sandwiches, or simply enjoyed on its own.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups bread flour or all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast or instant yeast
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 3/4 cups warm water
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
  • Fresh rosemary leaves (for topping)
  • Coarse sea salt (for sprinkling)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix warm water with yeast and let it sit for 5 minutes until bubbly.
  2. Add flour and salt into the bowl along with olive oil; stir until combined.
  3. Knead gently on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. Shape into a ball and place in an oiled bowl; cover and let rise in a warm area for about 2 hours.
  4. Punch down the dough gently, transfer to a greased baking sheet, stretching it into an even rectangle. Create dimples all over the surface.
  5. Sprinkle with fresh rosemary and coarse sea salt, then drizzle with olive oil. Let rest for another 20 minutes while preheating the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  6. Bake for about 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool slightly before slicing.

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