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Focaccia like the Italians make for only $3. Make a home save and impress.

mouthwatering Italian focaccia, soft on the inside with a golden, salty crust. Made with just a few pantry staples—flour, water, yeast, and a touch of olive oil—it’s a recipe that proves simple is delicious. Patience is key to letting the dough rise properly, but the result is totally worth it. Topped with flaky salt and rosemary, it’s perfect as a side, sandwich base, or even on its own. Save this one—it’s a keeper!

Freshly baked homemade focaccia topped with flaky salt stacked on serving plate

Authentic Homemade Focaccia Recipe – Easy, Fluffy & Delicious Italian Bread

This easy homemade focaccia recipe delivers a fluffy, flavorful bread with a golden crust and the perfect chewy center. Whether served as a side or enjoyed on its own, it’s a must-try for bread lovers.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Resting time 16

Course Breads

Cuisine Italian

Servings 8 servings

Calories 230 kcal

Ingredients

4 cup flour
2 tsp salt
2 tsp instant yeast
2 cup warm water
olive oil
flaky salt
dry or fresh rosemary

Instructions

In a bowl add flour, salt and yeast. Mix tto combine
Add in the water and mix well.
Add enough olive oil to coat the dough.
Cover and let it rest for 12 to 18 hours in the fridge.
Using a tray of about 30cm x 20xm coat with olive oil.
Transfer the risen dough cover and let it rest for another 2-4 hours or until has risen enough to fill the tray.
Once rested add more olive oil, rosemary and flaky salt.
Using your finger push down on the entire dough all the way to the bottom of the tray.
Bake in hot oven 200-220C 392-420F for about 25 minutes
Let it cool down before slicing it.

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