No Fuss Focaccia

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 10

No Fuss Focaccia recipe for a quick and easy homemade bread

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 1/2 cups warm water
	3 tablespoons olive oil , plus additional
	olive oil , for drizzling
	1 1/4 teaspoons salt
	3 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
	2 tablespoon instant yeast or packets active dry yeast
	italian seasoning ( optional ) or dried herbs , of your choice ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

184

Sugar

Fat

No Fuss Focaccia is a quick and easy bread to make. It's perfect for an impromptu dinner party or for satisfying your carb cravings. This bread will take you less than two hours to make and is perfect for dipping into soups, sauces or served as a side dish. You can play around with herbs and seasonings to get the flavor that you want. This recipe is a perfect choice for a beginner bread baker and is a great way to impress family and friends with your newly acquired skills.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, mix together warm water, olive oil, and salt.
2.	Add flour and instant yeast to the mixture.
3.	Mix to form a soft dough.
4.	Knead the dough on a floured surface for five minutes until you get a smooth texture.
5.	Place the dough in a well-oiled bowl, cover with a towel and let rise for about an hour.
6.	Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
7.	Pour an additional two tablespoons of olive oil into a half-sheet pan and spread evenly.
8.	Place dough in the oiled pan and spread it to the edges of the pan.
9.	Use your fingers to make dimples on the surface of the dough.
10.	Sprinkle Italian seasoning or your choice of herbs on top of the dough, drizzle with more olive oil.
11.	Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
12.	Remove from the pan from the oven and let cool before slicing.

PROS

This recipe is easy to make, requires few ingredients, and is a great alternative to store-bought bread.

The bread is versatile and can be served alongside of soups, salads, or as a sandwich.

CONS

The bread can be slightly bland if not seasoned well.

It doesn’t have a long shelf life and should be consumed within a few days.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is made with healthy ingredients such as olive oil, which has anti-inflammatory properties and is high in monounsaturated fats.
It is also a great source of fiber, making it a filling and low glycemic load food.