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2-Hour Quick Focaccia Bread
Indulge in a delicious, crunchy focaccia that comes together in just two hours, start to finish, with very little hands-on effort. This recipe is perfect for last-minute gatherings, allowing you to have a beautiful, freshly baked bread ready before your guests arrive. Its quick rising time makes it an ideal choice for anyone looking for a satisfying bake without a long wait.
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Freshly baked focaccia with golden crust
Recipe Information
17m
Prep Time
25m
Cook Time
2h
Total Time
8
Servings
Medium
Italian
English
Nutrition (per serving)
280
Calories
8g
Protein
45g
Carbs
8g
Fat
Focaccia with distinct dimples and toppings
Ingredients
Servings: 8
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Close up of the crunchy texture
Instructions
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- In a large bowl, whisk together the warm water and instant yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy. Add the flour, fine sea salt, and 60ml of olive oil to the bowl. Mix with a spoon or your hands until a shaggy dough forms and no dry spots remain.5m
Preview5mPreviewIn a large bowl, whisk together the warm water and instant yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy. Add the flour, fine sea salt, and 60ml of olive oil to the bowl. Mix with a spoon or your hands until a shaggy dough forms and no dry spots remain. - Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a damp towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for 30 minutes, or until it has noticeably increased in volume.30m
Preview30mPreviewCover the bowl with plastic wrap or a damp towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for 30 minutes, or until it has noticeably increased in volume. - Lightly oil a 9x13 inch baking pan with olive oil. Gently transfer the risen dough into the prepared pan, stretching it slightly to fit. Dimple the dough all over with your fingertips, creating small indentations. Drizzle generously with more olive oil.10m
Preview10mPreviewLightly oil a 9x13 inch baking pan with olive oil. Gently transfer the risen dough into the prepared pan, stretching it slightly to fit. Dimple the dough all over with your fingertips, creating small indentations. Drizzle generously with more olive oil. - Cover the pan loosely with plastic wrap or a damp cloth and let the dough rise again for 40 minutes in a warm spot, or until it looks puffy.40m
Preview40mPreviewCover the pan loosely with plastic wrap or a damp cloth and let the dough rise again for 40 minutes in a warm spot, or until it looks puffy. - Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Remove the cover from the dough. Sprinkle the chopped fresh rosemary and flaky sea salt evenly over the top of the focaccia.2m
Preview2mPreviewPreheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Remove the cover from the dough. Sprinkle the chopped fresh rosemary and flaky sea salt evenly over the top of the focaccia. - Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the focaccia is golden brown on top and cooked through. The bottom should also be nicely browned and crispy.25m
Preview25mPreviewBake for 20-25 minutes, or until the focaccia is golden brown on top and cooked through. The bottom should also be nicely browned and crispy. - Once baked, remove the focaccia from the oven and carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool slightly before slicing and serving. Drizzle with a little more olive oil if desired.8mPreview8mPreviewOnce baked, remove the focaccia from the oven and carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool slightly before slicing and serving. Drizzle with a little more olive oil if desired.
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