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A golden-brown, soft garlic focaccia bread topped with fresh herbs and sliced diagonally on a rustic wooden board, with a drizzle of olive oil, highlighting its fluffy interior and crispy crust, styled with simple ingredients around

Quick Garlic Focaccia Bread in Under an Hour

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A fragrant, soft garlic focaccia that is quick to prepare, crispy on the outside, and tender inside, perfect for sharing or snacking.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 1 large focaccia

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary or thyme
  • Sea salt for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water; let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and herbs. Add in the yeast mixture and olive oil, mixing until a dough forms.
  3. Knead briefly on a floured surface, then place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 20 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Punch down the dough and transfer to a greased baking sheet, spreading to desired thickness.
  5. Mix minced garlic with a tablespoon of olive oil and spread over the dough. Sprinkle with sea salt and herbs.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy. Serve warm.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, brush with additional olive oil after baking.
  • You can add cherry tomatoes or olives on top before baking for variation.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 200 Kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg