Housemade Focaccia Recipe
complimentary first serving | additional serving | add burrata with rosemary salt, roasted garlic & EVOO
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Ingredients
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Focaccia Dough
Toppings
Optional Burrata Serving
Method
Prepare the Dough
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Pour the yeast mixture into the flour mixture along with olive oil. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
First Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Assemble and Bake
- 6
Prepare the Baking Pan
Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with olive oil.
- 7
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to the prepared baking pan. Stretch and press it out to fit the pan.
- 8
Add Toppings
Dimple the surface of the dough with your fingers, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, and sprinkle with coarse sea salt and fresh rosemary. Add roasted garlic cloves on top.
- 9
Second Rise
Cover the pan with a damp cloth and let it rise again for about 30 minutes.
- 10
Bake
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake the focaccia for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- 11
Cool and Serve
Allow the focaccia to cool slightly before cutting into squares. Serve warm as a complimentary first serving or with burrata on the side.
Optional Burrata Serving
- 12
Serve with Burrata
If desired, serve the focaccia with a side of burrata cheese drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of sea salt.