Debbie's Focaccia

Discover the delightful simplicity of Debbie's Focaccia, a homemade Italian bread recipe that's fluffy on the inside and golden-crisp on the outside. With a perfect balance of flavors, this focaccia features fragrant fresh rosemary, a generous drizzle of high-quality olive oil, and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for that irresistible savory bite. Crafted with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and a touch of sugar, this recipe is straightforward enough for beginners yet yields bakery-quality results in just 90 minutes of prep time. Dimpling the dough with your fingertips ensures an even rise and a signature rustic texture, while a final drizzle of olive oil post-baking amplifies its rich, moist crumb. Ideal for serving as an appetizer, side, or even sandwich bread, this focaccia is sure to become your go-to recipe for impressing family and guests alike. Perfectly baked in under 25 minutes, it’s the aroma-filled centerpiece your kitchen has been waiting for!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:115 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 360 ml Warm water
• 2.25 tsp Active dry yeast
• 1 tsp Granulated sugar
• 500 grams All-purpose flour
• 2 tsp Salt
• 120 ml Olive oil
• 2 tbsp Fresh rosemary
• 2 tsp Flaky sea salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Stir gently and let sit for 5-10 minutes, until the yeast becomes frothy.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Pour 2 tablespoons of olive oil into the bowl and knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. You can knead by hand or use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise in a warm spot for 60 minutes, or until doubled in size.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F). Lightly oil a 9x13-inch baking pan with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

Step 6

Transfer the risen dough to the prepared pan. Using your fingers, press the dough to evenly spread it across the pan. Create dimples all over the dough by pressing your fingertips into it.

Step 7

Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the dough, ensuring it coats the surface evenly. Sprinkle with chopped fresh rosemary and flaky sea salt.

Step 8

Let the dough rest for an additional 20 minutes while the oven finishes preheating.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp around the edges.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and drizzle the remaining olive oil over the focaccia. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1016.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2882.8

Total Fat 118.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 9059.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 389.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g	0%
Total Sugars 5.3g
Protein 54.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 74.8mg	0%
Iron 24.4mg	0%
Potassium 688.9mg	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: 37.6%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 54.7%