Best 2 Fantastic Focaccia Bread Recipes

Focaccia is an Italian flatbread that has been around for centuries, with evidence of its existence dating back to the Roman Empire. This delicious bread is characterized by its golden-brown crust, airy and chewy interior, and distinctive dimples, which are created by pressing your fingers into the dough. Whether you prefer a classic focaccia with simple olive oil and sea salt, or one topped with your favorite herbs, vegetables and cheese, there's a recipe out there to suit every taste. In this article, we'll explore some of the best fantastic focaccia bread recipes, providing you with all the tips and tricks you need to create this delicious bread in your own kitchen.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

FANTASTIC FOCACCIA BREAD

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This recipe is simple and easy! You can add garlic, oregano, or sun dried tomatoes to spice it up!

Provided by MISS_MARSH

Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes Flat Bread Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

½ teaspoon honey
1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
⅔ cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided

Steps:

In a large bowl, dissolve honey and yeast in warm water. Let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
Add 1 cup flour, salt, and 3 tablespoons olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until combined and then work in the last cup of flour. Knead the dough until smooth, elastic, and soft, about 7 minutes. Add only enough flour to keep the dough from being sticky. Lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
Deflate the dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll out the dough into a rectangle, about 1/2 inch thick. Place in greased 9x13 inch pan or baking sheet. Cover and let rise until doubled in volume, about 40 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Poke dimples in the bread and drizzle 1 tablespoon of the olive oil on top. Bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.8 calories, Carbohydrate 49.1 g, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 293.1 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

FANTASTIC FOCACCIA BREAD

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This is one of my adopted recipes. I haven't made this one yet, but am looking forward to trying it.

Provided by Dreamgoddess

Categories Breads

Time 45m

Yield 1 Pie

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 (10 ounce) package frozen pizza crust
2 garlic cloves, pressed
2 cups mozzarella cheese, Shredded
2/3 cup romano cheese, Grated
2 teaspoons oregano
2 plum tomatoes

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375.
Dip dough and a rolling pin in flour and evenly roll dough into a 12 inch circle. Use a 13" baking stone if possible.
Spread garlic evenly over crust.
Take half of the Romano cheese and one cup of the Mozzarella and one teaspoon of the oregano and sprinkle over the crust.
Slice the tomatoes thinly and layer across.
Sprinkle remaining ingredients over tomatoes.
Bake 30-35 minutes.
Cut and serve.
Makes 8 slices.
Courtesy of the Pampered Chef.
Typos by Jayne Oake.
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Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly impact the taste of your focaccia bread. Use fresh, high-quality flour, yeast, and olive oil.
Proof the dough properly: Proofing the dough allows the yeast to work and develop flavor. Be sure to proof the dough in a warm place until it has doubled in size.
Don't overwork the dough: Overworking the dough will make the bread tough. Be gentle when kneading and shaping the dough.
Use a well-seasoned baking sheet: A well-seasoned baking sheet will help the focaccia bread bake evenly and prevent it from sticking.
Brush the bread with olive oil before baking: This will help the bread develop a golden brown crust.
Bake the bread until it is golden brown: The bread is done baking when it is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Conclusion:

Focaccia bread is a delicious and versatile bread that can be enjoyed on its own or with a variety of toppings. It is a great bread for beginners to make, as it is relatively easy to make and does not require any special equipment. With a little practice, you can make a focaccia bread that is sure to impress your friends and family.