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A freshly baked loaf of easy focaccia bread topped with herbs and olive oil

Easy Focaccia Bread

This homemade focaccia bread is soft, fluffy, and topped with herbs and olive oil, making it a real crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Bread, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup warm water Make sure it's not too hot to avoid killing the yeast.
  • 1 tbsp sugar Helps activate the yeast.
  • 2 tbsp active dry yeast Use fresh yeast for best results.
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour Sifted for a lighter texture.
  • 1 tbsp salt Enhances flavor.
Toppings
  • 3 tbsp olive oil For drizzling over the dough.
  • to taste herbs and spices Customize with your favorites.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Allow it to sit until bubbly, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it is smooth.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise for about an hour, or until it doubles in size.
Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Once the dough has risen, spread it onto a greased baking sheet, dimpling it with your fingers.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the top and sprinkle with herbs, salt, or your favorite toppings.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Serve warm with olive oil for dipping, with soups or salads, or as a sandwich base. You can customize the toppings to your liking.