Description
This homemade Focaccia Bread is soft, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion. Topped with mozzarella and Parmesan, it’s a delightful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
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- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup mozzarella
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until frothy.
- Add the flour, salt, garlic powder, oregano, thyme, basil, and black pepper to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Punch down the dough and spread it onto a greased baking sheet.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan on top. Use your fingers to create dimples in the dough.
- Let the dough rest for another 20 minutes, then bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serve warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, feel free to add herbs or toppings of your choice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (+ 1 hour rising time)
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread / Side Dish
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: Focaccia Bread, homemade bread, baking, Italian bread