No-Knead Focaccia

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This golden, crisp-edged no-knead focaccia comes together with just a few pantry staples and no kneading required. A simple folding technique helps create a soft, airy interior that's perfect for holding juicy cherry tomatoes, briny olives, and fragrant rosemary.

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Prep time: 20mins (3–3.5 hours resting/proofing)
Cook time: 25mins
Serves or Makes: 8 servings

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ingredients

  • 250 ml warm water
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt (or table salt)
  • 1 teaspoon instant dry yeast
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil (for dough)
  • 275 grams all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (for coating)
  • Cherry tomatoes, olives, fresh rosemary, for topping

Method

  • Step 1

    In a mixing bowl, whisk together warm water, sugar, salt, yeast, and 1½ teaspoons olive oil. Stir in the flour until a sticky dough forms. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes.

  • Step 2

    Perform a set of gentle folds: stretch one side of the dough and fold it over, repeating on all sides. Do this every 15 minutes for a total of 4 rounds (over 1 hour).

  • Step 3

    Coat the dough and bowl with 3 tablespoons olive oil. Cover and let rise at room temperature for 1 to 1½ hours (or refrigerate for up to 12 hours).

  • Step 4

    Transfer dough to a greased 9x9-inch baking pan. Fold into thirds like a letter, cover, and let proof at room temperature for 2 hours.

  • Step 5

    Preheat oven to 400°F.

  • Step 6

    Using oiled fingers, dimple the dough deeply. Drizzle with additional olive oil and top with cherry tomatoes, olives, and rosemary.

  • Step 7

    Bake for 22–25 minutes or until golden brown and crisp. Let cool slightly before slicing.