Easy Focaccia Bread Recipe

Crispy on the outside, soft anCrispy on the outside, soft and airy on the inside! Learn how to make the ultimate golden, olive-oil-infused Focaccia bread right in your home kitchen. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to perfect your bread baking, this step-by-step guide will walk you through every fold, dimple, and bake. Don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT your favorite toppings, and SUBSCRIBE for more delicious baking recipes! TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction 03:10 - Mixing the Dough & First Rise 05:13 - Stretch & Folds (Building Structure) 08:59 - Pan Prep & Overnight Proofing 11:45 - The Ultimate Dimpling Technique 12:57 - Toppings & Seasoning 13:14 - Baking to Golden Perfection 14:08 - The Crunch Test & Taste Test INGREDIENTS 500 g bread flour 400 g water (80% hydration) 10 g fine salt 1.5 tsp instant yeast (5 g) 30 g olive oil, in the dough. Plenty more olive oil for the pan, your hands, and the top (about 60 ml all in) Flaky sea salt, to finish Fresh rosemary leaves, to finish INSTRUCTIONS OVERVIEW Mix & Rest: Combine flour, warm water, yeast, honey, and salt until a wet dough forms. Cover and rest for 30 minutes. Perform Folds: Perform 3 sets of stretch-and-folds spaced 30 minutes apart to build strength. Cold Fermentation (Optional, but best flavor!): Transfer to a oiled pan, cover, and let rest in the fridge for 12–24 hours (or room temp for 2–3 hours until puffy). Dimple & Top: Generously drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, press your fingers deep into the dough to create those iconic bubbles, and add your favorite herbs. Bake: Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and crispy! Print the recipe: https://www.coalandcrumb.com/recipes/... QUESTION OF THE DAY: What's your ultimate focaccia topping combo? (Classic rosemary & flaky salt, cherry tomatoes & garlic, or caramelized onions?) Let me know in the comments below! 👇 FOLLOW & CONNECT Subscribe to the Channel:    / @coalandcrumb   Instagram:   / coalandcrumb   Pinterest:   / coalandcrumb   #Focaccia #Baking #BreadMaking #HomemadeBread #FocacciaRecipe #BakingFromScratch