Italian Herb Focaccia Bread (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
01 -
2 tablespoons olive oil, for pan
→ Dough
02 -
375ml warm water
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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1 1/4 teaspoons salt
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420g all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon instant yeast or active dry yeast
→ Toppings
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1 teaspoon sea salt flakes or kosher salt
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
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1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
# Instructions:
01 -
Drizzle about 2 tablespoons of olive oil into a 9" x 13" (22cm x 33cm) baking pan, ensuring the base is evenly coated.
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Combine all dough ingredients and beat at high speed with an electric mixer for 60 seconds until well incorporated.
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Transfer the sticky batter into the prepared pan, cover, and let rise at room temperature for 60 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Once risen, gently poke the dough all over with your index finger to create the characteristic focaccia dimples.
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Drizzle the dough lightly with olive oil and sprinkle evenly with salt, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, and oregano.
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Bake until golden brown, approximately 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 minutes before turning out onto a cooling rack.
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Cut into pieces and serve warm or at room temperature.
# Notes:
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Focaccia is a traditional Italian flatbread that's perfect as an appetizer or side dish.
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The dimpling technique helps create the bread's signature texture and allows the olive oil and toppings to pool in the small indentations.