Garlic Parmesan Focaccia Bread
This Garlic Parmesan Focaccia Bread is soft, flavorful, and perfect for sharing.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1¾ cups warm water (about 110°F)
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ¼ cup olive oil (plus more for greasing and drizzling)
For the Topping
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary or thyme (optional, for garnish)
- Flaky sea salt for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Punch down the dough and spread it onto a greased baking sheet.
- Top with minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, and drizzle with olive oil. Optionally, sprinkle with flaky sea salt and fresh herbs.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
This bread tastes best fresh. You can store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.