Focaccia with Herb Oil
Breads

Focaccia with Herb Oil

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Pillowy, golden, and impossibly fragrant. This no-knead focaccia is the perfect weekend project — minimal effort, maximum reward.

Focaccia with Herb Oil
Prep20 min
Cook25 min
DifficultyEasy
Cal / serving~178

Servings

12

12 pieces · ~178 cal each · ~2139 cal total

Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ¼ tsp instant yeast
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 cups warm water
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 4 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 tsp flaky sea salt

You'll need

  • ·Large mixing bowl
  • ·9x13 baking pan
  • ·Plastic wrap
  • ·Small saucepan
  • ·Measuring cups and spoons

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix flour, yeast, and salt in a large bowl. Add warm water and 3 tbsp olive oil. Stir until shaggy dough forms.

  2. 2

    Cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least 8 hours). The slow rise builds flavor.

  3. 3

    Pour 3 tbsp olive oil into a 9x13 pan. Transfer dough and gently stretch to fill the pan. Cover and rest 2 hours at room temperature.

  4. 4

    Warm remaining olive oil with garlic, rosemary, and thyme in a small pan over low heat for 5 minutes. Let cool.

  5. 5

    Preheat oven to 450°F. Dimple the dough all over with your fingers. Drizzle herb oil over the top and sprinkle with flaky salt.

  6. 6

    Bake 20–25 minutes until deep golden brown. Cool 10 minutes before slicing.

Calorie estimates are approximate and calculated from ingredient quantities. Actual values may vary.