Description
This Focaccia with Olives is a golden, fluffy Mediterranean bread made with extra virgin olive oil and topped with briny olives and flaky sea salt. Soft on the inside and lightly crisp on the outside, this homemade focaccia is perfect for dipping, serving alongside salads and grilled dishes, or enjoying warm straight from the oven.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups (500 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
- 3/4 cup black or green olives, pitted
- 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano or fresh rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and olive oil, then stir until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours until doubled in size.
- Grease a baking pan generously with olive oil. Stretch the dough into the pan using your hands.
- Press your fingertips into the dough to create dimples across the surface.
- Press olives into the dimples, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with flaky sea salt and herbs.
- Let rest for 20–30 minutes while preheating oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor. Allow proper rising time for a light and airy texture. Store at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven for a few minutes to restore crispness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg