Garlic Parmesan Focaccia
This Garlic Parmesan Focaccia is soft, airy, and full of rich flavor from fresh garlic, olive oil, and melted Parmesan. With its golden crust and pillowy interior, this focaccia makes the perfect side dish for pasta, soups, salads, or as a delicious appetizer for gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp instant yeast
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 ¼ tsp salt
- 1 ⅓ cups warm water
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
For the Garlic Parmesan Topping
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary or thyme optional
- Flaky sea salt for finishing
Instructions
Make the Dough
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt.
- Add warm water and olive oil. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Cover the bowl and let rise for 1–2 hours, or until doubled in size.
Prepare the Baking Pan
- Generously coat a baking pan (9×13 inch) with olive oil.
- Transfer the risen dough into the pan and gently stretch it toward the edges without pressing out the air.
Let It Rest Again
- Cover and let rest for 20–30 minutes to relax the dough before dimpling.
Dimple the Dough
- Coat your fingers in olive oil.
- Press into the dough to create deep dimples across the entire surface.
Add the Topping
- Stir together minced garlic and olive oil.
- Brush the garlic oil evenly over the dough.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan and fresh herbs on top.
- Finish with flaky sea salt.
Bake
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown with crisp edges.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and melt.
- Don’t skip the dimpling—this helps the dough absorb garlic oil and bake evenly.
- For extra garlic flavor, add roasted garlic to the topping mixture.
- A metal pan yields crispier edges than a glass baking dish.
Nutrition
Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 6gFat: 10gFiber: 1g
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