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Crispy & Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Focaccia Bread

Crispy & Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Focaccia Bread to Wow Your Guests

Crispy & Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Focaccia Bread is a no-knead delight that transforms simple ingredients into an absolute showstopper.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup warm water around 110°F
  • 1 tablespoon sugar or honey
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast fresh
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour can substitute 50% with whole wheat
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt avoid table salt
  • 1/4 cup olive oil can use neutral plant-based oil
For the Toppings
  • 4 cloves minced garlic fresh is preferred
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese can substitute with mozzarella
  • fresh herbs (optional) like rosemary or thyme
  • flaky sea salt (optional)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon
  • Baking Pan
  • Oven
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine warm water with sugar. Sprinkle yeast over the top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Once yeast is frothy, add flour, salt, and olive oil into the bowl. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
  3. Cover the bowl tightly and let the dough rise in a warm area for 1 to 1½ hours until doubled in size.
  4. Finely mince the garlic and grate the Parmesan. Chop fresh herbs if using.
  5. Drizzle oil into a baking pan, then stretch the risen dough to fit the pan.
  6. Press deep dimples into the dough surface with fingertips.
  7. Sprinkle minced garlic, grated cheese, and any herbs on top. Add flaky sea salt.
  8. Cover the pan with a towel and let the dough rest for 20 to 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  9. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then cut and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize with various toppings to suit your palate.

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