Lemon Honey Thyme Focaccia

Elevate your bread-baking game with this Lemon Honey Thyme Focaccia, a fragrant twist on the classic Italian flatbread. This recipe combines the bright zest of fresh lemon, floral sweetness of honey, and earthy aroma of thyme to create a truly irresistible loaf with a golden, airy texture. The pillowy dough is easy to prepare and dimpled to perfection, ensuring every bite is infused with olive oil and sprinkled with flaky sea salt for a satisfying crunch. Ideal as a standalone snack or the perfect accompaniment to soups, salads, or charcuterie boards, this focaccia will impress at any meal. With just 20 minutes of prep and a blend of pantry staples and fresh ingredients, this bread is both approachable and elegant—a must-try for any home baker!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams All-purpose flour
• 350 milliliters Warm water
• 7 grams Active dry yeast
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh thyme leaves
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon Flaky sea salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine warm water, active dry yeast, and 1 tablespoon of honey. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

Step 2

Add the flour, 2 teaspoons of salt, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and the remaining 2 tablespoons of honey to the yeast mixture. Mix until a sticky dough forms.

Step 3

Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, knead with a stand mixer using a dough hook for about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in it, and cover with a damp cloth. Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.

Step 5

Once risen, punch down the dough and transfer it to a greased 9x13-inch baking pan. Stretch the dough evenly to cover the pan and let it rise for another 30 minutes.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).

Step 7

Using your fingers, create dimples all over the surface of the dough. Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the top.

Step 8

Sprinkle the fresh thyme leaves, lemon zest, and flaky sea salt evenly over the dough.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1019.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2546

Total Fat 61.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 11224.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 438.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.4g	0%
Total Sugars 52.8g
Protein 54.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 101.5mg	0%
Iron 24.4mg	0%
Potassium 740.7mg	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: 21.8%

Protein: 8.7%

Carbs: 69.5%