Description
Golden and crispy on the outside with a tender, olive oil–infused crumb, this garlic Parmesan focaccia is a savory flatbread topped with minced garlic, grated Parmesan, and Italian herbs—perfect as a snack, side, or sandwich base.
Ingredients
3 1/2 cups bread or all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 1/4 cups warm water
2 1/4 teaspoons instant or active dry yeast (1 packet)
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for greasing and drizzling
3–4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Flaked sea salt (like Maldon) for topping
Instructions
- In a measuring cup, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit until foamy, about 5–10 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil; stir until a sticky dough forms.
- Cover and let the dough rise in the fridge overnight or for 2 hours at room temperature until doubled in size.
- Grease a baking dish with olive oil. Transfer dough into the dish, tucking edges under. Coat with olive oil and let rise again for 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Use your fingers to dimple the dough gently. Drizzle with olive oil and top with minced garlic, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and flaked sea salt.
- Lower oven temperature to 425°F and bake for 22–25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use active dry yeast if desired—just proof it first in warm water with sugar.
- Optional toppings like fresh herbs, cherry tomatoes, or olives can elevate the flavor.
- Do not over-flour the dough—keep it sticky for a light, airy texture.
- Letting it rise in the fridge overnight improves flavor and texture.
- Use a serrated knife to slice cleanly after cooling for 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 3mg
