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overnight no knead focaccia bread

Delicious Overnight No Knead Focaccia

Enjoy a flavorful and airy focaccia with minimal effort! This overnight, no-knead recipe delivers a delicious bread perfect for sandwiches, appetizers, or simply enjoying with olive oil.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (500g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons instant or rapid-rise yeast
  • 2 cups (480ml) lukewarm water
  • 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for greasing and drizzling
  • Flaky sea salt, for topping
  • Optional toppings: fresh rosemary, cherry tomatoes, olives, etc.

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and yeast.
  2. Add lukewarm water and stir until a shaggy dough forms. It will be very wet.
  3. Drizzle the dough with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let rise at room temperature for 12-18 hours.
  4. Generously grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with olive oil.
  5. Gently scrape the dough into the prepared pan. It will be sticky.
  6. Drizzle the dough with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Use your fingers to dimple the dough all over.
  7. Sprinkle generously with flaky sea salt and any desired toppings.
  8. Let the dough rest for 30-60 minutes.
  9. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  11. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

Serve warm with a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic vinegar for dipping. Leftovers can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 days or frozen for longer storage.