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Easy Garlic Butter Focaccia

Irresistibly Easy Garlic Butter Focaccia You’ll Love to Bake

Easy Garlic Butter Focaccia is a delightful, no-knead homemade bread perfect for weeknights and gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Rising Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 42 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Bread flour can be used for a chewier texture.
  • 1 cup warm water Aim for 100-110°F.
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast Ensure it's fresh.
  • 1 tablespoon honey or granulated sugar Both options work beautifully.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Essential for flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil For greasing and flavor.
For the Garlic Butter Topping
  • ½ cup salted butter Adjust according to taste.
  • 3-4 cloves garlic Freshly minced for best results.
  • 1 tablespoon parsley Chop finely.
  • optional grated Parmesan cheese Highly recommended for flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil For drizzling.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Saucepan
  • Baking Pan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Kitchen Towel
  • oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm water with honey, stirring to dissolve. Sprinkle active dry yeast on top and let sit for about 10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour and salt. After the yeast mixture is foamy, combine these mixtures.
  3. Pour the foamy yeast mixture and olive oil into the flour mixture. Stir until a sticky dough forms and cover with a kitchen towel to rise until doubled, about 1 to 3 hours.
  4. While the dough rises, melt salted butter in a small saucepan. Add minced garlic and parsley, simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  5. Once the dough has doubled, gently fold in the garlic butter. Let the dough rest for another 15 minutes.
  6. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with olive oil. Transfer the dough into the pan and stretch it to fill the corners.
  7. Cover the pan with a towel and let it rise for 45 minutes.
  8. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top and create dimples in the dough. Drizzle olive oil, then bake for 18-22 minutes until golden.
  9. Remove focaccia from the oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store focaccia wrapped in a towel at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. Slice and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in a preheated oven to restore texture.

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