Description
Craving a golden, cheese-laden focaccia with a crisp crust and chewy interior? This Garlic Parmesan Focaccia recipe delivers in 90 minutes, perfect for weeknight meals or gatherings. Simply combine warm water, sugar, and yeast, then stir in flour, salt, and olive oil for a flexible dough. Top with melted garlic, freshly grated Parmesan, Italian herbs, and flaky sea salt for a savory bite that pairs beautifully with salads, soups, or spreads. Ideal for bakers of all levels.
Ingredients
4 cups all-purpose flour
2¾ teaspoons active dry yeast
1¾ cups warm water
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons salt
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for baking
4 cloves minced garlic
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Flaky sea salt to taste
Instructions
Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl. Let rest 5 minutes until foamy
Add flour, salt, and ¼ cup oil to yeast mixture. Stir until sticky dough forms
Knead dough on floured surface until smooth and elastic, about 5-7 minutes
First rise: Place dough in oiled bowl, cover, and let rest in warm place 30 minutes
Shape dough into 9×13-inch baking dish. Press to stretch evenly
Second rise: Brush top with oil, cover with oiled cloth, and let rise another 30 minutes
Preheat oven to 425°F. Topping: Press garlic cloves into dough, drizzle more oil, sprinkle Parmesan, parsley, and flaky sea salt
Bake 20-25 minutes until golden. Cool slightly before slicing
Notes
Freshly grated Parmesan helps it melt evenly without greasiness
High-protein flour creates better structure for air pockets
Olive oil infused with garlic adds deeper flavor
Flaky sea salt creates a satisfying salty crunch
Adjust herbal toppings based on personal preference
Malt vinegar crystals add unique brininess if included
Store in airtight container up to 3 days
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg