Quick Focaccia Recipe

Introduction

This quick focaccia recipe is perfect for when you want a delicious, fluffy bread without the long wait for yeast to rise. With just a few simple ingredients and sparkling water, you can enjoy warm, aromatic focaccia in under an hour.

Ingredients

• 2 cups Self-Rising Flour (plus extra 2-3 tablespoons for shaping)
• 1 cup Sparkling Water (room temperature)
• 2 ½ tablespoons Olive Oil (divided: 2 tablespoons + ½ tablespoon)
• Optional to serve: 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Flakes
• Optional to serve: 2-3 Sprigs Rosemary

Instructions

1. Step 1: Line a 9 x 9-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly oil the paper with oil spray. Set aside.
2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the self-rising flour and sparkling water. Use a rubber spatula to stir until a sticky dough ball forms.
3. Step 3: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rest at room temperature for 30 minutes. Remove the wrap and drizzle half a tablespoon of olive oil on top, rubbing it to cover the dough.
4. Step 4: Wet your hands in cold water to prevent sticking. Stretch and fold the dough 10 times by grabbing a side of the dough that touches the bowl, stretching it upwards, and folding it back to the center. Repeat this from different corners to help create bubbles in the dough.
5. Step 5: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Pour 2 tablespoons of olive oil into the prepared pan.
6. Step 6: Transfer the dough to the pan, using the rubber spatula to press it down and prevent sticking. Drizzle another ½ tablespoon of oil on top of the dough.
7. Step 7: Generously oil your hands and press deep dimples all over the dough with your fingers. The dimples won’t be very pronounced since the dough didn’t have a long rest, but that’s perfectly fine.
8. Step 8: Bake the focaccia in the center of the oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
9. Step 9: After baking, sprinkle sea salt flakes and rosemary on top if desired. Let the focaccia cool for 10 minutes on a cooling rack before slicing and serving.

Tips & Variations

• For a more classic flavor, try adding garlic powder or sun-dried tomatoes to the dough before baking.
• If you don’t have self-rising flour, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour with 1 tablespoon of baking powder and ½ teaspoon of salt.
• Using cold water for your hands when stretching the dough helps prevent sticking and keeps the dough workable.
• Try topping your focaccia with other herbs like thyme or oregano for a different aromatic touch.

Storage

Store leftover focaccia in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To reheat, warm slices in a toaster oven or regular oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes until crisp. Avoid refrigerating as it may dry out the bread.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular water instead of sparkling water?

Sparkling water helps create a lighter, airier texture in the focaccia. Using regular water will still work, but the bread might be slightly denser.

Why is the dough sticky and soft?

This focaccia uses no yeast and relies on self-rising flour and sparkling water, so the dough is naturally stickier and softer than traditional recipes. Wetting your hands when handling it will prevent sticking and make shaping easier.

Quick Focaccia Recipe

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• Author: Hugo
• Total Time: 55-60 minutes
• Yield: 1 focaccia (9 x 9-inch pan) 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

This Quick Focaccia Recipe offers a simple and speedy alternative to traditional yeast-based focaccia bread. By using self-rising flour and sparkling water, this recipe creates a light, airy focaccia with a crispy crust and tender interior in just under an hour. Perfect for a last-minute snack or a side to your favorite meal, it requires minimal ingredients and no yeast, making it accessible and hassle-free.

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Ingredients

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Focaccia Dough

• 2 cups Self-Rising Flour (+ extra 2–3 tablespoons for shaping the dough)
• 1 cup Sparkling Water (room temperature)
• 2 ½ tablespoons Olive Oil (divided: 2 tablespoons + ½ tablespoon)

Optional Toppings

• 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Flakes
• 2–3 Sprigs Rosemary

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Baking Pan: Line a 9 x 9-inch baking pan with parchment paper and spray or brush it lightly with oil. Set aside.
2. Mix the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the self-rising flour and sparkling water. Use a rubber spatula to stir until a sticky dough ball forms.
3. Rest and Oil the Dough: Cover the dough ball tightly with plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes. Then remove the plastic wrap and pour half a tablespoon of olive oil on top. Rub it over the dough to coat.
4. Stretch and Fold the Dough: Dip your hands in cold water and, with wet hands, stretch the side of the dough upward and fold it back to the center. Repeat this stretch-and-fold process 10 times, turning to a new section each time. This technique helps to develop bubbles and texture in the dough.
5. Preheat the Oven and Oil the Pan: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Pour 2 tablespoons of olive oil into the prepared pan.
6. Shape the Dough in the Pan: Transfer the dough into the baking pan, using a rubber spatula to spread it evenly and prevent sticking to your hands.
7. Add Oil and Create Dimples: Drizzle the remaining ½ tablespoon of olive oil on top of the dough. Generously oil your hands and press deep dimples into the surface of the dough, even though they may not be as pronounced as traditional yeast focaccia.
8. Bake: Place the pan on the center rack of the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the focaccia is golden and cooked through.
9. Add Finishing Touches: Once baked, sprinkle sea salt flakes and place rosemary sprigs or other Italian herbs on top for added flavor.
10. Cool and Serve: Allow the focaccia to cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before cutting and serving.

Notes

• Using sparkling water instead of still water helps to create a lighter texture by adding bubbles into the dough.
• Wet your hands with cold water during the stretch and fold process to prevent the dough from sticking.
• This focaccia does not use yeast, so the texture and dimple effect differ slightly from traditional recipes.
• Extra olive oil on top enhances moisture and helps develop a golden crust.
• For extra flavor, feel free to add other toppings such as cherry tomatoes, olives, or garlic before baking.

• Prep Time: 35 minutes
• Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
• Category: Bread
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Italian

Keywords: quick focaccia, easy focaccia, no yeast focaccia, Italian bread, self-rising flour bread, sparkling water focaccia, olive oil focaccia