Make this delicious homemade focaccia bread with a crispy golden crust and a soft, fluffy interior. This easy recipe requires minimal ingredients and preparation time, allowing you to enjoy the delightful flavors of Italy right at home. Perfect for sandwiches, dipping in olive oil, or serving alongside your favorite Italian dishes. Impress your family and friends with this simple yet incredibly tasty bread.
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- Coarse sea salt, for sprinkling
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, yeast, salt, sugar, and rosemary.
- Add the warm water and olive oil to the bowl. Mix everything together until a rough dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Grease a baking sheet with olive oil and transfer the risen dough onto it. Gently press and stretch the dough into a rectangular shape, about 1/2 inch thick.
- Drizzle some olive oil over the top of the dough and sprinkle it with coarse sea salt.
- Bake the focaccia bread in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until it turns golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
- Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
