Description
Cheesy Garlic Sourdough Focaccia is a soft, airy bread infused with the tangy depth of sourdough and topped with a rich blend of melted cheeses and aromatic garlic. Golden and crispy on the outside with a fluffy interior, this focaccia is perfect as a side dish, appetizer, or even a satisfying snack. Its irresistible aroma and bold flavor make it a standout for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Levain
- 5 g sourdough starter (active and bubbly)
- 55 g all-purpose or bread flour
- 55 g water
Dough
- 100 g ripe levain
- 425 g water
- 13 g salt
- 500 g bread flour
Cheese Mixture
- 150 g mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 70 g parmesan cheese, shredded
- 100 g sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 100 g Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp dried basil
Garlic Herb Oil
- 55 g olive oil
- 35 g unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
Topping
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Prepare Levain
Mix sourdough starter, flour, and water. Cover and let ferment 10–12 hours until bubbly. - Mix Dough
Combine levain, water, and salt. Gradually add flour and mix until a sticky dough forms. - Bulk Fermentation
Cover and let rise for 3–4 hours (or until doubled), performing stretch-and-folds every 30 minutes for the first 2 hours. - Prepare Cheese Mixture
In a bowl, combine all shredded cheeses with oregano and basil. - Make Garlic Herb Oil
Mix olive oil, melted butter, garlic powder, salt, and herbs. - Shape Dough
Transfer dough to a well-oiled baking pan. Gently stretch to fit. Let rest for 30–45 minutes. - Dimple & Top
Use your fingers to dimple the dough. Drizzle garlic herb oil over the surface. Add cheese mixture and minced garlic evenly. - Bake
Bake at 220°C (425°F) for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. - Cool & Serve
Let cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm for best flavor.
Notes
- Use an active sourdough starter for best rise and flavor.
- Avoid overhandling the dough to keep it airy.
- You can refrigerate the dough overnight for deeper flavor.
- Adjust cheese quantities to your preference.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes (plus fermentation time)
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
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