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Easy Garlic Parmesan Focaccia Bread

Easy Garlic Parmesan Focaccia Bread is a soft, fluffy Italian-style bread topped with golden olive oil, fresh garlic, savory Parmesan cheese, and herbs. It is simple to make, full of flavor, and perfect for any meal or occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon instant yeast
  • 2 cups warm water (100โ€“105ยฐF)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/3 cup olive oil (for topping)
  • 3โ€“4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1โ€“2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • Flaky sea salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine flour, kosher salt, and instant yeast in a large bowl and mix well.
  2. Add warm water and olive oil, stirring until a sticky, shaggy dough forms.
  3. Cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
  4. Generously grease a 9ร—13-inch baking pan with olive oil.
  5. Transfer dough to the pan and gently stretch toward the edges with oiled hands.
  6. Cover loosely and let rise at room temperature for about 2 hours until puffy.
  7. Preheat oven to 425ยฐF.
  8. Drizzle olive oil over dough and press deep dimples with fingertips.
  9. Sprinkle garlic, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and flaky sea salt evenly on top.
  10. Bake for 22โ€“25 minutes until golden brown and crisp on the edges.
  11. Cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

For best flavor, allow the dough to rise overnight in the refrigerator. Use high-quality olive oil and freshly grated Parmesan for the best results.