Description
This easy no-knead focaccia bread has a soft, airy center and crispy golden edges. The dough requires no kneading, making it a simple homemade bread recipe that's perfect for beginners. Top it with garlic butter and Parmesan for an extra flavorful finish.
Ingredients
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon instant yeast
1 ½ cups warm water
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for the pan
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
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Add the dry yeast, honey, and 2 ½ cups of warm water to a bowl. Whisk to combine and let sit for 5 minutes.
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Add the all-purpose flour and salt and mix with a rubber spatula until a sticky dough forms. Drizzle some olive oil over the dough and place a towel over the bowl for 3- 4 hours or overnight. The dough will have tripled in size.
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With oily hands transfer the dough to an oven proof baking dish 9X13in. Spread the dough evenly to cover the whole pan. Cover that with saran wrap or a paper towel and let that rest for a few more hours.
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Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
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Use your fingers to dimple the dough and poke holes in it. Then drizzle more olive oil to soak inside the holes. Sprinkle rosemary and flaky sea salt and bake until golden brown 30 - 35 minutes.
Notes
Do not add too much extra flour if your dough feels sticky. Focaccia dough is supposed to be sticky and wet.
Give the dough plenty of time to rise. A slow rise allows the yeast to develop flavor and creates a lighter texture.