Cheese Focaccia

Sink your teeth into the irresistible delight of Cheese Focaccia, a golden, fluffy Italian bread topped with a savory medley of melted mozzarella and nutty Parmesan cheese. This simple yet flavorful recipe combines airy dough with the aromatic accents of fresh rosemary and a sprinkling of coarse sea salt, bringing you a bakery-quality creation straight from your oven. Perfect for sharing, this easy-to-make focaccia requires just 15 minutes of prep and yields a hearty, crowd-pleasing bread that’s ideal as a snack, side dish, or the centerpiece of your next gathering. Whether served warm or at room temperature, Cheese Focaccia delivers a soft, cheesy bite with a perfectly crisp crust that pairs wonderfully with soups, salads, or your favorite dips.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams all-purpose flour
• 375 milliliters warm water
• 7 grams instant yeast
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 60 milliliters olive oil
• 150 grams shredded mozzarella cheese
• 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves
• 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the warm water, instant yeast, and sugar. Stir gently and let it sit for 5 minutes or until it becomes foamy.

Step 2

Add the all-purpose flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.

Step 3

Drizzle a bit of olive oil onto your hands and begin kneading the dough in the bowl or on a lightly floured surface for about 5 to 7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Grease a large bowl with a little olive oil and place the dough in it. Cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap. Let it rise in a warm area for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 6

Punch down the risen dough and transfer it to the prepared baking tray. Stretch and press the dough to fit the tray, ensuring even thickness throughout.

Step 7

Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the prepared dough. Use your fingers to make dimples all over the surface.

Step 8

Evenly sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the dough. Add the rosemary leaves and a sprinkle of coarse sea salt.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the focaccia is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow to cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before slicing.

Step 11

Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy your homemade cheese focaccia.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1170.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3087.4

Total Fat 109.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 156.6mg	0%
Sodium 6179.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 403.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.9g	0%
Total Sugars 13.7g
Protein 112.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1696.1mg	0%
Iron 24.2mg	0%
Potassium 621.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.3%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 53.0%