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Italian Garlic Butter Focaccia

Warm, buttery, and infused with garlic and herbs, this Italian Garlic Butter Focaccia is a quick and easy bread that transforms any meal into a feast.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Bread, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 2 cups warm water Use lukewarm water for yeast activation.
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
  • 5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1/4 cup olive oil Plus additional for drizzling.
Topping
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt For topping.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine warm water and yeast; let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture; stir until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  5. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  6. Punch down the risen dough and transfer to a greased baking sheet; use your fingers to stretch and flatten the dough.
  7. In a small bowl, mix together the garlic, rosemary, and a bit of olive oil; drizzle over the top of the dough.
  8. Make dimples in the surface with your fingers, then sprinkle with sea salt.
  9. Let rise for another 20 minutes.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  11. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for about a week. Freeze for longer storage, reheating in the oven to restore texture. Consider adding toppings like sun-dried tomatoes or cheese.