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Garlic Parmesan Focaccia

Garlic Parmesan Focaccia That Will Steal the Show

This Garlic Parmesan Focaccia is an easy-to-make bread that elevates any meal with its aromatic flavor and is perfect for busy home cooks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
First Rise 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version.
  • 2 packets Instant Yeast Active dry yeast can be used, but remember to proof it first.
  • 1 tablespoon Salt Avoid over-salting to maintain the perfect balance in taste.
  • 1.75 cups Warm Water Ensure it's around 110°F; too hot can kill the yeast.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Omit if you prefer a less sweet bread.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Feel free to substitute with melted butter or another oil if preferred.
Topping Ingredients
  • 4 cloves Garlic (Minced) Garlic powder can be used if fresh garlic is unavailable.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese (Freshly Grated) You can replace Parmesan with other hard cheeses like Pecorino if desired.
  • 1 pinch Flaky Sea Salt Coarse salt can be used if flaky isn’t available.
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Italian Herbs or Chopped Rosemary Omit if you prefer a simpler taste.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • small saucepan
  • whisk
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and instant yeast. Allow to foam for 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in flour and salt to form a sticky dough. Knead for 5–6 minutes until smooth and elastic.
First Rise
  1. Transfer dough to a bowl coated with olive oil, cover, and let rise for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
Prepare Garlic Oil
  1. In a small saucepan, heat olive oil and minced garlic over low heat for about 1 minute until fragrant. Remove and let cool.
Second Rise
  1. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan, transfer risen dough, stretching to fit. Cover and let rise for 30 to 45 minutes.
Add Toppings and Bake
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C), create dimples in dough, brush with garlic oil, sprinkle cheese, herbs, and salt. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown.
Cool and Serve
  1. Remove from oven, let rest for 5 to 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gCalcium: 10mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For best taste, serve warm right after baking and reheat briefly if it cools.

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