Best 5 Focaccia Bread Squares Recipes

Focaccia bread squares are a delicious and versatile snack or meal that can be enjoyed on any occasion. Originating in Italy, focaccia is a type of flatbread that is typically baked in a square or rectangle and has a light and airy texture. Its crispy crust and flavorful toppings make it a popular choice for gatherings, picnics, or as a simple yet satisfying snack. With a variety of toppings and variations to choose from, focaccia bread squares offer endless possibilities for customization to suit different tastes and preferences. Whether you prefer a classic focaccia with tomatoes, olives, and herbs, or you want to experiment with more unique toppings like roasted vegetables, cured meats, or cheeses, this guide will provide you with everything you need to know to create the perfect focaccia bread squares at home.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FOCACCIA BREAD SQUARES

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Looking for an alternative to garlic bread? Try this golden focaccia bread that's a big hit at our house. The dough is easy to whip up in the bread machine, then season with rosemary, garlic salt and Parmesan cheese. I serve it warm whenever we're having spaghetti or another Italian dish. -Kay King, Dyersville, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons water (70° to 80°)
3 tablespoons butter, softened
2 tablespoons nonfat dry milk powder
3 tablespoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3 cups bread flour
2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
TOPPING:
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 3/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

In bread machine pan, place the first seven ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed). , When cycle is completed, turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Cover and let rest for 15 minutes. Knead for 1 minute. Press into a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Press dough 1/4 in. up the sides of pan. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 20-30 minutes or until sightly risen. , With a wooden spoon handle, make indentations at 1-in. intervals. Brush dough with oil; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, rosemary and garlic salt. Bake at 400° for 13-15 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool slightly. Cut into squares; serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 215mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

FOCACCIA BREAD

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A wonderful, quick alternative to garlic bread. Lots of herbs and lots of flavor!

Provided by Terri McCarrell

Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes White Bread Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 tablespoon active dry yeast
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried basil
1 pinch ground black pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup mozzarella

Steps:

In a large bowl, stir together the flour, salt, sugar, yeast, garlic powder, oregano, thyme, basil and black pepper. Mix in the vegetable oil and water.
When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface, and knead until smooth and elastic. 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 for 20 minutes.
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Punch dough down; place on greased baking sheet. Pat into a 1/2 inch thick rectangle. Brush top with olive oil. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and mozzarella cheese.
Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.4 g, Cholesterol 5.4 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 252.5 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

FOCACCIA

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Make a simple, homemade version of this classic Italian bread. Serve our rosemary focaccia alongside pasta dishes or enjoy with green salads

Provided by Liberty Mendez

Categories Side dish

Time 45m

Yield Serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

500g strong bread flour , plus extra for dusting
7g dried fast action yeast
2 tsp fine sea salt
5 tbsp olive oil , plus extra for the tin and to serve
1 tsp flaky sea salt
¼ small bunch of rosemary , sprigs picked

Steps:

Tip the flour into a large mixing bowl. Mix the yeast into one side of the flour, and the fine salt into the other side. Then mix everything together, this initial seperation prevents the salt from killing the yeast.
Make a well in the middle of the flour and add 2 tbsp oil and 350-400ml lukewarm water, adding it gradually until you have a slightly sticky dough (you may not need all the water). Sprinkle the work surface with flour and tip the dough onto it, scraping around the sides of the bowl. Knead for 5-10 mins until your dough is soft and less sticky. Put the dough into a clean bowl, cover with a tea towel and leave to prove for 1 hr until doubled in size.
Oil a rectangle, shallow tin (25 x 35cm). Tip the dough onto the work surface, then stretch it to fill the tin. Cover with a tea towel and leave to prove for another 35-45 mins.
Heat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Press your fingers into the dough to make dimples. Mix together 1½ tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp water and the flaky salt and drizzle over the bread. Push sprigs of rosemary into the dimples in the dough.
Bake for 20 mins until golden. Whilst the bread is still hot, drizzle over 1-2 tbsp olive oil. Cut into squares and serve warm or cold with extra olive oil, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 7 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 31 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 1.2 milligram of sodium

FOCACCIA

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Focaccia is one of my favorite bread recipes. It's one of the least labor-intensive since there isn't any kneading. The dough is very wet, which is perfect for a tender, yet chewy, bread with a very distinct salt bite. -James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1-1/4 cups warm water (110° to 115°), divided
1 tablespoon honey
3 cups (375 grams) all-purpose flour
1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon flaky sea salt, optional

Steps:

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/2-cup warm water and honey; let stand for 5 minutes. Add flour, 1/4 cup oil, salt and remaining 3/4-cup water; mixing until smooth (dough will be wet). Scrape the sides of the bowl clean; cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes., Preheat oven to 425°. Brush a 13x9-in. baking pan with 1 tablespoon oil. Gently scrape dough directly into pan. With oiled hands, gently spread dough. If dough springs back, wait 10 minutes and stretch again. Make indentations in the dough with your fingers. Drizzle with remaining 2 tablespoons oil; let rise until doubled in size, 30-40 minutes. , If desired, sprinkle with sea salt. Bake until golden brown, 20-25 minutes. Cut into squares; serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 61mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

BLT FOCACCIA SQUARES

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Make and share this BLT Focaccia Squares recipe from Food.com.

Provided by 1 Baker

Categories For Large Groups

Time 1h2m

Yield 32 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 lb frozen white bread dough, thawed
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, ground
4 -5 roma tomatoes, chopped
1/2 lb cooked bacon, crumbled (about 8 slices)
6 ounces monterey jack cheese, shredded
1/3 cup green onion, sliced
1 cup romaine lettuce leaf, thinly sliced

Steps:

Heat oven to 400°F.
Stretch or roll bread dough into greased 15x10x1-inch jelly-roll pan. (If dough is difficult to stretch, cover with plastic food wrap and let rest 10 minutes, then continue stretching to fit into pan.).
Combine mayonnaise, mustard and pepper in small bowl.
Spread evenly over dough.
Combine tomatoes, bacon, 3/4 cup cheese and green onions in medium bowl; toss lightly.
Sprinkle over dough.
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until edges of crust are golden brown.
Sprinkle with remaining cheese; continue baking just until cheese is melted (2 to 3 minutes).
Immediately sprinkle with lettuce. Cut into squares.
Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.2, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 13.1, Sodium 204.8, Carbohydrate 0.8, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.3, Protein 4.1

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly affect the final product. Use fresh, high-quality flour, yeast, and olive oil.
Proof the yeast: Proofing the yeast ensures that it is active and will help the dough rise properly. To proof the yeast, dissolve it in warm water with a pinch of sugar and let it sit for 5-10 minutes, or until it becomes foamy.
Knead the dough properly: Kneading the dough develops the gluten, which gives the bread its structure and texture. Knead the dough for at least 5 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.
Let the dough rise: After kneading, let the dough rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in size. This will give the yeast time to ferment and produce carbon dioxide, which will create air pockets in the bread.
Shape the dough: Once the dough has risen, shape it into a rectangle or square. You can also divide the dough into smaller pieces and shape them into individual rolls or loaves.
Top the dough: Before baking, top the dough with your favorite toppings. Popular toppings include olive oil, herbs, cheese, and vegetables.
Bake the bread: Bake the bread in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-30 minutes, or until it is golden brown and cooked through.

Conclusion:

Focaccia bread squares are a delicious and versatile bread that can be enjoyed on their own or as part of a meal. They are perfect for dipping in olive oil or balsamic vinegar, or for topping with your favorite sandwich fillings. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can easily make focaccia bread squares at home.