Focaccia Bread

This homemade focaccia bread is a delicious alternative to garlic bread. Lots of herbs, Parmesan, and mozzarella cheese means lots of flavor!

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 171 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 pinch ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon dried basil
• 1 cup mozzarella

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine flour, yeast, salt, sugar, garlic powder, oregano, thyme, basil, and black pepper in a large bowl. Add water and vegetable oil, then mix until dough comes together.

Step 2

Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic. Lightly oil a large bowl; place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place for 20 minutes.

Step 3

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.

Step 4

Punch dough down and place on prepared baking sheet. Pat into a 1/2 inch thick rectangle. Brush top with olive oil and sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated until golden brown, about 15 minutes. Cut into 12 pieces and serve warm.