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Easy Focaccia

Olive oil-drenched, dimpled focaccia with a crispy bottom and airy interior. No kneading required.

Prep: 20 min · Cook: 25 min · Total: 2.5 hours8 servingsEasy4.8 (51 reviews)260 calories per serving

Last tested: 2026-09-10

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Servings8

📋 Ingredients

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix flour, yeast, and salt. Add warm water and 2 tbsp olive oil. Stir until shaggy.

  2. 2

    Cover and let rise 1.5-2 hours until doubled and bubbly.

  3. 3

    Pour 2 tbsp olive oil into a 9×13-inch pan. Transfer dough, turning to coat in oil.

  4. 4

    Stretch dough to fill the pan. Let rest 20 minutes, then stretch again.

  5. 5

    Dimple the surface with oiled fingers. Drizzle with remaining olive oil.

  6. 6

    Top with rosemary and flaky salt.

  7. 7

    Bake at 220°C/425°F for 22-25 minutes until deep golden.

🔄 Swap Table

Original: Rosemary
Swap: Cherry tomatoes, olives, or garlic
Various topping options
Original: All-purpose flour
Swap: Bread flour
Chewier texture
Original: Olive oil
Swap: Herb-infused olive oil
Extra flavor

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