Description
A delicious homemade focaccia topped with cheesy garlic goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup olive oil (plus extra for drizzling)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Create a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: On a floured surface, knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. If it’s too sticky, add a little more flour as needed.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
- Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, chopped parsley, oregano, and a pinch of red pepper flakes for added heat.
- Shape the Focaccia: Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a lightly oiled baking sheet. Press it out with your fingers to form a rectangle about 1/2-inch thick.
- Create Dimples: Using your fingers, make deep dimples all over the surface of the dough. Drizzle olive oil generously over the top, spreading it into the dimples.
- Add Toppings: Evenly sprinkle the garlic herb mixture over the dough. Top with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Second Rise: Cover the focaccia loosely with a cloth and let it rise for another 20-30 minutes.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake: Bake the focaccia for 20-25 minutes or until it’s golden brown on top and the cheese is bubbly.
- Cool and Slice: Once baked, let the bread cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a stronger garlic flavor, feel free to add more minced garlic.
- This focaccia is best enjoyed fresh out of the oven but can be stored in an airtight container for a few days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 5mg