Description
Experience the delight of freshly baked focaccia with its crispy crust and pillowy interior, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup lukewarm water
- 1/2 cup sourdough starter, unfed
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
- Coarse sea salt, for topping
- Fresh herbs (like rosemary or thyme), optional
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, lukewarm water, and sourdough starter. Stir until just incorporated — no need to over-mix.
- Add the salt and half of the olive oil. Mix until you’ve got a shaggy dough.
- Cover the bowl with a damp towel and let it rest for about 2 hours at room temperature, or until the dough has doubled in size.
- Generously oil a baking sheet. Transfer the dough onto it, gently stretching it into a rectangle.
- Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rise for another hour.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- With your fingers, dimple the surface of the dough to create little wells.
- Drizzle more olive oil over the surface, sprinkle with coarse sea salt, and add herbs if you’re using them.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let it cool slightly, then slice and enjoy.
Notes
For best flavor, use high-quality olive oil and fresh herbs. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: focaccia, homemade bread, Italian bread, baking, vegetarian recipe