#  Traditional Italian Focaccia: Our Easy, Fluffy & Delicious Recipe

  ![Traditional Italian Focaccia: Our Easy, Fluffy & Delicious Recipe](https://casa-bandera.com/images/traditional-italian-focaccia-recipe-casa-bandera.jpg) **Imagine a golden, warm, fluffy Italian focaccia, filling your entire kitchen with its aroma.**

**Simple at first glance, yet already a way of life.**

**What if hosting began right from the oven?**

**Because in Italy, simplicity is elegance.**

![Casa Bandera - Italian family cooking](https://casa-bandera.com/images/authentic-traditional-italian-family-recipes-casa-bandera.jpg)> “Sunday focaccia fills the home with a unique aroma. And Rose already knows when it’s time to sneak a piece.”

— Casa Bandera, from our Famiglia to yours

Focaccia comes from Liguria, the cradle of authentic Italian cuisine.

Bread?

No.

A way of hosting.

What if every meal became an invitation to travel?

**Often considered the ancestor of pizza, it already tells a story.**

Olive oil, salt, rosemary…

Or more indulgent variations.

Olives, tomatoes, caramelized onions.

Each version has its own character.

Because hosting the Italian way means creating emotion even before serving.

**Imagine a simple table.**

**But perfectly designed.**

Discover how [to create an unforgettable Italian experience at home](https://casa-bandera.com/italian-cuisine/create-unforgettable-italian-experience-at-home) and transform your everyday life.

Because focaccia is never served alone—it’s part of a true table experience.

Explore [Italian table setting: rules and decoration](https://casa-bandera.com/italian-cuisine/italian-table-setting-rules-decor) to elevate every detail.

What if a meal became a timeless moment?

To go further, discover our [Italian romantic dinner at home: menu & ambiance](https://casa-bandera.com/italian-cuisine/romantic-italian-dinner-home-menu-atmosphere).

**A perfect focaccia is crisp, soft, and full of soul.**

What if the secret was simply taking your time?

Here is the Casa Bandera recipe, crafted as a living heritage.

   ![Vidéo](https://img.youtube.com/vi/5FeUHakEvNU/hqdefault.jpg) ▶︎

  | Information |
|---|
| **D**ifficulty 2/5  **C**ost low  **P**reparation time 20 minutes  **R**esting time 2 h 30  **C**ooking time 25 minutes  **G**luten | **P**ortions 6  **C**alories 350 kcal  **U**tensils mixing bowl, container, oven, baking sheet, wooden spoon, kitchen towel  **S**easons all year round |
| Ingredients |
| **Dough**  **F**lour type 00 500 g  **W**ater 400 mL (room temperature)  **F**resh yeast 5 g  **E**xtra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons  **S**alt 1 teaspoon  **Topping**  **O**lives  **C**herry tomatoes  **R**osemary |

![Traditional Italian focaccia recipe – Ingredients](https://casa-bandera.com/images/authentic-italian-recipe-focaccia-ingredients.jpg)

1 Pour the flour into a large mixing bowl. Crumble the fresh yeast directly into the flour, then mix to distribute evenly.

![Traditional Italian focaccia recipe – Step 1](https://casa-bandera.com/images/authentic-italian-recipe-focaccia-step-1.jpg)

2 In a separate container, add the salt to the room-temperature water and stir until completely dissolved. Gradually pour the salted water into the bowl with the flour and yeast, mixing as you go with a wooden spoon.

![Traditional Italian focaccia recipe – Step 2](https://casa-bandera.com/images/authentic-italian-recipe-focaccia-step-2.jpg)

3 Add the olive oil, then mix until you obtain a smooth, homogeneous dough.

![Traditional Italian focaccia recipe – Step 3](https://casa-bandera.com/images/authentic-italian-recipe-focaccia-step-3.jpg)

4 Knead the dough by hand for about 10 minutes, until it becomes soft and slightly elastic.

![Traditional Italian focaccia recipe – Step 4](https://casa-bandera.com/images/authentic-italian-recipe-focaccia-step-4.jpg)

5 Cover the bowl with a damp kitchen towel and let the dough rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.

![Traditional Italian focaccia recipe – Step 5](https://casa-bandera.com/images/authentic-italian-recipe-focaccia-step-5-7.jpg)

6 After 30 minutes, perform 3 to 4 folds (fold the dough over itself). Cover again with the damp towel.

![Traditional Italian focaccia recipe – Step 6](https://casa-bandera.com/images/authentic-italian-recipe-focaccia-step-6.jpg)

7 Wait another 30 minutes, then repeat the folding process. Cover once more and let the dough rest for 1 hour and 30 minutes at room temperature.

![Traditional Italian focaccia recipe – Step 7](https://casa-bandera.com/images/authentic-italian-recipe-focaccia-step-5-7.jpg)

8 Oil a baking sheet, then transfer the dough onto it, shaping it into a circular form. With slightly wet fingers, press into the dough to create small indentations all over the surface.

![Traditional Italian focaccia recipe – Step 8](https://casa-bandera.com/images/authentic-italian-recipe-focaccia-step-8.jpg)

9 Add the olives, halved cherry tomatoes, rosemary, a drizzle of olive oil, and a pinch of coarse salt.

![Traditional Italian focaccia recipe – Step 9](https://casa-bandera.com/images/authentic-italian-recipe-focaccia-step-9.jpg)

10 Preheat the oven to 220 °C (425 °F) using convection mode, then bake the focaccia in the center of the oven for about 25 minutes, until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before enjoying it with cured meats, burrata, cherry tomatoes, and olives.

![Traditional Italian focaccia recipe – Step 10](https://casa-bandera.com/images/authentic-italian-recipe-focaccia-step-10.jpg)

### Recommended wine pairing with a traditional Italian focaccia

To elevate the flavors of your focaccia, pair it with a [dry Italian white wine](https://casa-bandera.com/italian-cuisine/italian-wine-pairings-perfect-italian-dinner) like a **Vermentino or a Prosecco**.

The combination with olive oil and rosemary will transport your taste buds straight to Italy.

Tip: enjoy this moment with friends or family for a true Dolce Vita at home!

#### Buon Appetito !

Also read: [The Art of Italian Hosting: The Complete Guide to Creating Unforgettable Dinner Parties](https://casa-bandera.com/italian-cuisine/italian-hosting-guide)

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