Crispy and Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Focaccia
A simple, crispy, cheesy garlic Parmesan focaccia with a golden crust and soft inside. Perfect for meals or snacks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1¾ cups warm water
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle yeast on top and let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Add flour, kosher salt, and olive oil to the bowl; mix until a sticky dough forms. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1–1½ hours.
- Mince garlic and grate Parmesan. Once risen, pour oil into a baking pan and transfer the dough.
- Create dimples in the dough with your fingertips and sprinkle garlic, Parmesan, and optional herbs on top.
- Let rise for another 20–30 minutes while preheating oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
Serve warm with extra olive oil or balsamic, marinara sauce, soups, or salads.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg