Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Cheesy Garlic Focaccia with Rosemary, a perfect blend of soft, airy dough filled with ooey-gooey cheese, accented by fragrant rosemary and a sprinkle of sea salt.
Ingredients
1 1/3 cups water at room temperature
2 teaspoons dry active yeast
1 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 1/2 cups unbleached all purpose flour
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup Kerrygold Cheddar Shreds
1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated
1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon flakey sea salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine water and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until bubbly.
- Add olive oil, flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it out into a rectangle about 1-inch thick.
- Sprinkle the cheese, Italian herbs, and garlic on half of the dough, then fold it over to encase the filling.
- Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover, and let it rise for another 20 minutes.
- Drizzle olive oil on top, sprinkle with rosemary and flaky sea salt.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
For a more intense flavor, try adding fresh minced garlic to the filling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Rise Time: 1–1.5 hours
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread / Appetizer / Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
Keywords: Cheesy Garlic Focaccia, Rosemary Focaccia, Focaccia Recipe, Homemade Focaccia, Cheesy Bread, Italian Bread, Baking