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Garlic Bread Focaccia

Garlic Bread Focaccia That Will Steal the Show!

This Garlic Bread Focaccia transforms any meal into a delightful feast with its buttery, garlicky flavors and chewy texture.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Fermentation Time 1 day
Total Time 1 day 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup warm water around 110°F
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast fresh yeast yields the best results
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar feeds the yeast
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour for chewier texture, use bread flour
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt avoid table salt for best results
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil coating the bowl
Topping Ingredients
  • to taste flaky sea salt for seasoning
  • 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley for garnish
  • 1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese grated
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter for garlic butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced or pressed

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking pan
  • Oven
  • Small Saucepan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small bowl, combine warm water, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Stir gently and let rest for about 10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour and kosher salt. Pour in the activated yeast mixture and knead for about 6 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  3. Coat a clean bowl with olive oil and place the kneaded dough inside. Cover and refrigerate for 24 hours.
  4. After 24 hours, remove the dough and stretch it into a greased baking pan. Let rise at room temperature for about 3 hours.
  5. Preheat your oven to 450°F for at least 5-10 minutes.
  6. Drizzle olive oil on top of the risen focaccia, create dimples, sprinkle with flaky sea salt, and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  7. Melt salted butter in a saucepan, add minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant. Pour the garlic butter over the baked focaccia.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley and grated cheese before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for side dishes or appetizers. Allow the dough to rise fully for optimal texture. Store at room temperature for up to 2 days, in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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