Description
Experience the essence of Italy with this flavorful Margherita Focaccia Bread, featuring a crispy crust, soft interior, and topped with juicy cherry tomatoes, melted mozzarella, and fresh basil.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour and salt.
- Combine mixtures: Add the frothy yeast mixture and olive oil into the dry ingredients. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface. Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- First rise: Place in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to preheat at 450°F (230°C).
- Shape the dough: Once risen, punch down the dough and transfer it to a greased baking pan, press to fit.
- Add toppings: Scatter halved cherry tomatoes and shredded mozzarella over the surface, drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from oven, sprinkle fresh basil leaves on top, and let cool slightly before slicing.
Notes
Feel free to customize toppings; try olives or garlic. Make-ahead option available. Store leftovers in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg