Description
Fluffy, golden focaccia infused with garlic and parmesan cheese. Crispy on the edges, soft in the center — perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side with pasta.
Ingredients
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
1 1/4 cups warm water (about 110°F)
1 tablespoon honey or sugar
3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup olive oil, divided
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary (optional)
Flaky sea salt, for topping
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water, honey (or sugar), and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
- Stir in the flour and salt to form a sticky dough.
- Add 1/4 cup olive oil and mix until fully incorporated.
- Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Line or oil a 9×13-inch baking pan. Transfer the risen dough into the pan.
- With oiled fingers, gently press the dough to fill the pan. Let it rise again for 20–30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a small saucepan, gently warm the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil with minced garlic over low heat for 2–3 minutes, without browning.
- Dimple the surface of the dough with your fingers and drizzle garlic oil evenly over the top.
- Sprinkle with grated parmesan, optional rosemary, and flaky sea salt.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown with crispy edges.
- Cool slightly before slicing and serving warm.
Notes
Swap parmesan with asiago or mozzarella for variation.
Try Italian seasoning or thyme for added herbs.
Add red pepper flakes for a spicy twist.
Top with caramelized onions or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temp for 2 days or refrigerated for 5 days.
To freeze, wrap slices in foil or plastic and place in a freezer bag.
Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for about 10 minutes until warmed and crisp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 4mg
