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Sourdough Focaccia Recipe

Sourdough Focaccia Recipe: Easy, Crispy, and Irresistible

This Sourdough Focaccia Recipe offers a crispy crust and light interior for an irresistible homemade bread experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Sourdough Starter Ensure it's active and bubbly.
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with bread flour.
  • 1.5 cups Water Adjust based on flour's absorption capacity.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Use high-quality extra virgin.
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives Adds briny flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Rosemary Infuses aromatic flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Flaky Salt Adjust based on taste preference.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Pan
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Feed the starter the night before by combining equal parts of flour and water.
  2. Mix together the sourdough starter, flour, water, and salt until a wet, shaggy dough forms.
  3. Perform 4 stretch and folds every 30 minutes for 2 hours.
  4. Let the dough rise covered for 2-4 hours, then refrigerate overnight.
  5. Preheat oven to 450°F and grease the baking pan with olive oil.
  6. Stretch the cold dough to fit the pan and let it rise for 3-5 hours.
  7. Poke deep dimples in the dough and add chosen toppings.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and hollow when tapped.
  9. Cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Be sure to use an active starter for the best results and adjust water based on flour type.

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