Traditional Italian Focaccia – Easy, Fluffy and Delicious Recipe

Learn how to make soft and fragrant focaccia, perfect for accompanying meals or enjoying as an appetizer.

Homemade Focaccia, a Soft and Fragrant Italian Specialty

With its dough generously drizzled with olive oil and its airy texture, this easy recipe highlights the simplicity of quality Italian ingredients. Customize it with herbs, olives, or cherry tomatoes for an even more flavorful result!

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Origin of this Soft Recipe

Among the many culinary treasures Italy has shared with the world, focaccia bread stands out as a true favorite. This iconic Italian flatbread, originally from the beautiful coastal region of Liguria, is much more than just a type of bread—it represents the warmth, simplicity, and richness of traditional Italian cuisine.

Often considered the ancestor of pizza, focaccia is loved for its fluffy texture, golden crust, and the generous use of extra virgin olive oil. Traditionally topped with sea salt and rosemary, focaccia can also be customized in countless ways—think cherry tomatoes, black olives, caramelized onions, cheese, or fresh herbs. Each variation tells its own story and reflects the personality and creativity of the home cook.

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Making homemade focaccia is a rewarding and flavorful experience. It’s soft on the inside, lightly crispy on the outside, and packed with the rich aroma of olive oil. Whether served as an appetizer, a side dish, or even the main attraction, focaccia brings an authentic touch of Italy to any table.

Perfect for baking enthusiasts and lovers of Mediterranean flavors, focaccia is the ideal recipe to make at home—easy to adapt, delicious to share, and always satisfying. Discover the joy of baking traditional Italian focaccia bread and bring a taste of Liguria into your kitchen!

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Here is the detailed recipe for making this iconic focaccia with homemade dough and quality ingredients.

1 Prepare the dough. In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in the water at room temperature. Let it rest for 5 minutes until the yeast activates (a light foamy layer should appear). In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Gradually pour in the yeast mixture and water, then add the olive oil. Mix until you get a smooth dough. Knead for 10 minutes (by hand or using a mixer). Cover the bowl with a dish towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour 30, or until the dough doubles in size.

2 Roll out the dough. Once it has risen, gently deflate the dough. On a lightly oiled surface, roll it out to form a rectangle or circle depending on your baking sheet. Place the dough on a sheet lined with parchment paper or oiled. Use your fingers to create small indentations all over the surface.

3 Garnish and bake. Preheat your oven to 220 °C. Generously drizzle the focaccia with olive oil, sprinkle with coarse salt, and add your favorite toppings (rosemary, cherry tomatoes, olives…). Bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until the focaccia is golden and crispy at the edges.

4 Serve. Let it cool slightly before serving. Focaccia can be enjoyed both hot and cold, plain or with charcuterie and cheese. Enjoy your meal!

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Recommended Wine Pairing

Pair your focaccia with a dry white wine such as Vermentino or Prosecco to enhance the aromas of olive oil and herbs. Discover also: 5 Classic Italian Desserts from Nonna You Must Try – Exclusive Previews from My Cookbook

Buon Appetito !