Description
This Garlic Parmesan Focaccia recipe delivers a fluffy, flavorful Italian flatbread infused with aromatic garlic and topped with savory Parmesan cheese and herbs. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or accompaniment to your favorite meals, this focaccia boasts a golden crust with a tender crumb and a delightful garlicky aroma.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2¼ teaspoons (1 packet) instant yeast
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- 1½ cups warm water (about 110°F)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for greasing
Topping Ingredients
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs or chopped rosemary (optional)
- Flaky sea salt, for topping
Instructions
- Mix the Dough: In a bowl, stir together warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy. Add flour and salt, then mix until a sticky dough forms. Knead with a dough hook for 5–6 minutes or by hand for 8–10 minutes until smooth.
- First Rise: Coat the dough with olive oil, cover it, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
- Prepare Garlic Oil: Grease a 9×13-inch pan. In a small pan, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil with minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Set aside.
- Stretch and Second Rise: Transfer the dough to the pan. Gently press it into the corners. If it resists, let it rest for 10 minutes, then stretch again. Cover and let rise for 30–45 minutes.
- Add Toppings and Bake: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Dimple the dough with your fingers, brush with garlic oil, sprinkle with Parmesan, herbs, and sea salt. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Cool in the pan for 5–10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- Use warm water (about 110°F) to activate the yeast properly.
- You can substitute dried Italian herbs with fresh rosemary for a more aromatic flavor.
- Letting the dough rest while stretching makes shaping easier and prevents tearing.
- Serve focaccia warm for the best taste and texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/12 of focaccia)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
Keywords: Garlic Parmesan Focaccia, Italian bread, garlic bread, focaccia recipe, easy bread recipe, homemade focaccia
