Focaccia Cheesy Garlic Bread
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Focaccia Cheesy Garlic Bread
Description
This recipe starts with a yeast-leavened dough made from warm water, sugar, yeast, olive oil infused with Italian seasoning and garlic, salt, and all-purpose flour. After proofing until doubled in size, half the dough is spread in a well-oiled cast-iron skillet and dimpled with fingers to create focaccia’s characteristic texture. It is layered with shredded mozzarella, then topped with the second half of the dough formed into a circle and covered by more cheese and a garlic butter mixture containing melted butter, Parmesan, minced garlic, parsley, and salt.
Baking at a high temperature develops a golden crust and melts the cheeses evenly. The garlic butter infuses the bread throughout, delivering a savory flavor complemented by the herb seasoning. The cast-iron skillet helps achieve a crisp bottom and even baking.
This cheesy garlic focaccia can be served alongside soups, salads, or as a snack. The layers of mozzarella and cheddar contribute mild creaminess and sharper notes. Preparing the dough in advance or assembling before baking allows some flexibility.
Ingredients
Bread
- 1 cup water warm
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
Garlic Butter
- ¼ cup butter melted, unsalted; ½ stick / 57 g
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese grated
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon parsley chopped, fresh
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Toppings
- 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese shredded, divided
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded, 113 g
Instructions
Bread
- In a large bowl, combine water, sugar, and yeast. Stir, then let it rest for 5 minutes.
- In a small bowl combine olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic, and salt.
- Pour half of the oil mixture into the yeast mixture. Set the remaining oil mixture aside.
- Add flour to the oil and yeast mixture. Stir to combine.
- Add dough to a greased bowl and cover. Let the dough rest for 1 hour, or until the dough has doubled in size.
Assembly
- When ready, preheat the oven to 450°F.
- Pour the remaining oil mixture into a 12-inch cast-iron skillet. Use a pastry brush to coat the skillet.
- Add half the dough to the skillet and work the dough to the edges. Use your fingers to create dimples in the dough.
- Top the dough with 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Put the rest of the dough onto a sheet of parchment paper. Use your hands to form the dough into a 12-inch circle. Invert the parchment paper over the cheese and carefully peel back the paper, leaving the top layer of dough in the skillet.
- In a small bowl mix together butter, parmesan, garlic, parsley, and salt.
- Use your fingers to gently dimple the top of the dough. Brush the garlic butter over the top of the dough.
- Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese and the cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 23-25 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
- Serve hot with marinara sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8strips
Amount Per Serving
Calories 417 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1strip | |
| Calories | 417kcal | 21% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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