This homemade focaccia is like a dream for gluten lovers! The bread is fluffy yet crispy, and surprisingly easy to make. It’s delicious on its own or perfect for a sandwich. The olive oil and herbs in this recipe give it so much flavor – you’re in for a real treat with this Italian bread!
Focaccia
Ingredients
**For the Dough:**
- 4 2/3 cups of all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 teaspoons of salt
- 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons of instant yeast
- 2 1/3 cups of lukewarm water
- 3 tablespoons of olive oil for greasing the bowl
**Chili Oil:**
- 4 tablespoons of olive oil
- 5 to 7 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon of rosemary
- 1 teaspoon of thyme
- 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes
- A sprinkle of sea salt
**Other:**
- Flaky sea salt
- Grated parmesan
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer bowl, whisk together water, salt, sugar, and instant yeast until well combined.
- Add the all-purpose flour to the bowl and mix until a soft and elastic dough forms.
- Generously grease another bowl with olive oil.
- Transfer the dough to the greased bowl, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight or for 24 hours for best results.
- In a small pan over medium heat, sauté the red pepper flakes, garlic cloves, rosemary, thyme, and salt for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to a jar or small bowl and let it meld together overnight while the dough rests.
- The next morning, deflate the dough completely with a rubber spatula and shape it into a ball.
- Grease a 9×13 pan with half of the infused oil (about 2 tablespoons).
- Transfer the dough to the greased pan and let it rest for 2 to 4 hours until it reaches room temperature.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Drizzle the rest of the infused oil on top of the dough. Using your fingers coated in oil, make dimples in the dough all over. Sprinkle sea salt on top.
- Bake in the oven for 20 to 30 minutes or until golden and crispy on top and around the edges.
- Remove from the oven, let it cool for 10 to 15 minutes, then slice into squares.
- Garnish with grated parmesan and enjoy while it’s warm!