Roasted Garlic and Herb Focaccia
Savory and sweet, this roasted garlic focaccia is generously garnished with fresh herbs, a flavorful honey garlic glaze and flaky sea salt.
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 316kcal
Cost: $8
Ingredients
Dough
- 2 cups warm water
- 2 ¼ teaspoons dry active yeast 1 packet
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 4 ½ cups all purpose flour + more for dusting
- 2 teaspoons Kosher salt
- 1 tablespoons olive oil
Toppings
- 2 whole garlic bulbs cloves removed and peeled
- ¾ cup olive oil + more for oiling bowl and hands
- ½ cup chopped fresh herbs thyme, rosemary and, or chives
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast and honey in warm water. Let it sit for 10 minutes until foamy. Using a stand mixer with a dough hook, mix the yeast mixture with flour, salt, and olive oil until a soft dough forms. Knead briefly on a floured surface until smooth.
- Let the Dough Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 ½ hours, until doubled in size.
- Roast the Garlic: While the dough rises, preheat the oven to 400°F. Submerge the peeled garlic cloves in olive oil in a small baking dish. Cover and roast for 30 minutes until soft and fragrant. Let cool.
- Shape the Dough: Once risen, punch down the dough and transfer it to a well-oiled 9x13 baking sheet. Stretch it out to the edges, then use your fingers to make deep dimples across the surface.
- Top the Dough: Press the roasted garlic cloves into the dough and drizzle some of the garlic-infused oil over the top and sprinkle with fresh herbs. Let the dough rise for another 20 minutes while you preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Bake the Focaccia: Bake for 35-40 minutes, rotating halfway, until golden brown.
- Garnish: Mix the honey with the remaining garlic oil and brush generously over the focaccia while it’s still warm and sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Let cool slightly before slicing.
Notes
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- Yeast: Both active dry yeast and rapid rise work for this recipe.
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- Olive Oil: Because oil is a major ingredient in the recipe, a really good flavored olive oil is ideal.
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- Don't Overmix: Don't overwork the dough, it doesn't have to look like a smooth ball.
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- Make the Dough by Hand: Add the yeast mixture to a large bowl and slowly incorporate flour in batches. Once it's too difficult to mix with a spatula, use your hands to knead the dough for the final few minutes.
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- Proof Overnight: Make the dough ahead of time and place it in the refrigerator to slowly proof overnight.
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- Have fun with the Toppings: Caramelized onions, olives, lemon peel, cherry tomatoes are some suggestions.
Nutrition
Calories: 316kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Sodium: 779mg | Potassium: 65mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 73IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 2mg