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Italian Gluten-Free Focaccia

Irresistibly Soft Italian Gluten-Free Focaccia Awaits You

Discover the delightful experience of Italian Gluten-Free Focaccia with its soft texture and aromatic flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Rising Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 0.5 cups Water Lukewarm
  • 0.5 cups Milk or Dairy-Free Milk Almond or oat milk recommended
  • 2.25 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Ensures bread rises
  • 2 cups Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour (Cup4Cup brand recommended) Forms the base of the dough
  • 1 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Balances flavor and feeds the yeast
  • 1 teaspoons Baking Powder Provides additional leavening
  • 1 teaspoons Kosher Salt Enhances flavor
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds moisture; also to coat the pan
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Rosemary Infuses Italian flavor
Optional Toppings
  • 1 teaspoons Flaky Sea Salt For garnish
  • 0.5 cups Freshly Grated Parmesan Optional, adds savory flavor
  • 1 teaspoons Fresh Ground Pepper For added spice

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • stand mixer
  • Measuring Cups
  • Cast Iron Skillet or Cake Pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine ½ cup of water and ½ cup of milk, heating until lukewarm. Sprinkle yeast and let sit for 5 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of gluten-free flour, 1 tbsp of sugar, 1 tsp of baking powder, and 1 tsp of salt. Mix at low speed for about 1 minute.
  3. Add the yeast mixture and 3 tbsp of olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix on low for 1 minute, then increase to medium-high for 6 minutes.
  4. Coat a 10-inch skillet with 1-2 tbsp olive oil. Spread batter evenly into the pan.
  5. Drizzle more olive oil on top, create indentations, sprinkle with rosemary and salt. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake focaccia for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Remove from oven and sprinkle with optional toppings. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store wrapped in a clean towel for 2 days at room temperature, in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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