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Garlic Parmesan Focaccia Bread

Garlic Parmesan Focaccia Bread: A Homemade Savory Dream

This Garlic Parmesan Focaccia Bread is a fluffy, golden delight infused with garlic and rich Parmesan, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
First Rise 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour or whole wheat flour for a nutritious twist
  • 1 cup Warm Water around 110°F
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar or honey/maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons Instant Yeast or proof active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil for greasing the pan
Flavor Ingredients
  • 3 cloves Garlic (Minced) adjust to taste
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese (Grated) or Pecorino
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Italian Herbs or Rosemary optional
Topping
  • 1 teaspoon Flaky Sea Salt for topping

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • saucepan
  • 9x13-inch Baking Pan

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and instant yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add flour and salt gradually, mixing until a sticky dough forms. Knead for about 5-7 minutes.
First Rise
  1. Oil a clean bowl with olive oil, place dough inside, cover, and let rise for 1 to 1.5 hours.
Garlic Oil Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a saucepan, add minced garlic, and sauté for 1 minute. Set aside to cool.
Shape and Second Rise
  1. Deflate the dough on a greased pan, create dimples and let rest for another 30 to 45 minutes.
Top and Bake
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Brush dough with garlic oil, sprinkle cheese and herbs, and bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
Cool and Serve
  1. Let the bread cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes, slice, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 7gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 380mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Allow the dough to fully rise for an airy texture; patience is key. Feel free to experiment with toppings.

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