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Top-down look at a square of focaccia bread topped with melted parmesan and visible garlic pieces, drizzled with olive oil.

Crispy and Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Focaccia Bread

Garlic and Parmesan top this crispy and cheesy focaccia bread, a savory yeast-risen flatbread baked until golden.
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Prep Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 8 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast 1 packet
  • 3 ½ to 4 cups all-purpose flour 440 to 500 g
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil plus extra for pan
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated (50 g)
  • optional: fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme

Instructions
 

  • Activate Yeast Mixture:

    In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup warm water and 1 teaspoon sugar. Scatter 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast on the surface; allow to stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy and bubbly.

  • Mix and Proof Dough:

    To the yeast mixture, incorporate 3 ½ to 4 cups all-purpose flour (440-500 g), 1 tablespoon kosher salt, and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Mix until a tacky dough forms, then cover and let proof in a warm spot for 1 to 1½ hours, or until doubled.

  • Prepare Garlic and Cheese:

    Finely chop 3 cloves garlic and finely grate ½ cup Parmesan cheese (50 g). After the dough has risen, coat your baking pan with a bit of olive oil and turn the dough into it.

  • Press and Top Dough:

    Using your fingertips, press deep indentations all over the dough. Distribute the minced garlic and grated Parmesan evenly over the surface. If desired, scatter fresh herbs such as rosemary or thyme.

  • Rest Dough and Preheat Oven:

    Allow the dough to rest for 20-30 minutes while the oven heats to 425°F (220°C).

  • Bake Until Golden:

    Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the top is golden and the edges are crisp.
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