Crispy Rosemary Sea Salt Focaccia
A simple and comforting homemade focaccia with a crispy crust, fluffy interior, fresh rosemary, and sea salt flakes. Perfect for any occasion and easy to make with pantry staples.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Bread
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ½ cups (420 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 ⅓ cups (320 ml) warm water (about 100°F/38°C)
- 2 ¼ teaspoons (one packet) active dry yeast
- ¼ cup (60 ml) olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
- 1 tablespoon sea salt flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let sit until frothy and bubbly, about 5-10 minutes.
- Mix the dough: Add flour, salt, and ¼ cup olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until it forms a sticky dough that pulls away slightly from the bowl.
- First rise: Cover the bowl with a towel or plastic wrap and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, about 1 to 1.5 hours.
- Prepare the baking pan: Drizzle olive oil on a 9 x 13-inch baking sheet or rimmed pan and spread evenly.
- Shape the dough: Punch down the dough and transfer to the oiled pan. Press and stretch gently to fill the pan, creating dimples all over the surface.
- Second rise: Cover loosely and let the dough puff up again for 30-45 minutes.
- Add toppings and bake: Sprinkle chopped rosemary and sea salt flakes evenly over the surface. Drizzle a little more olive oil on top. Bake in a preheated 425°F (220°C) oven for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Cool and serve: Let cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Use extra virgin olive oil for best flavor and crispiness. Do not rush rising times for airy crumb. Lightly oil fingers when shaping dough to avoid sticking. Use sea salt flakes for topping to get the perfect crunch and flavor. Baking at 425°F (220°C) is essential for crispy crust. Dough can be refrigerated overnight for slow rise and enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 1/8 o
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
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