Garlic Parmesan Focaccia – Quick, Savory & Soft Inside

Garlic Parmesan Focaccia – Soft, golden, and irresistible. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to a perfect, better-than-takeout version at home. The warm, golden crust and crispy garlic bits will make your kitchen cozy and inviting. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy The Ultimate Bakery-Size Orange Scone Cookies and Peach Raspberry Crumb Bars.

What You'll Need for Garlic Parmesan Focaccia – Quick, Savory & Soft Inside

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 2 1/2 cups bread flour
• 1 tsp instant yeast
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 cups warm water
• 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Optional: Additional minced garlic and Parmesan cheese for topping

How to Make Garlic Parmesan Focaccia – Quick, Savory & Soft Inside

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine bread flour, instant yeast, and salt. Add warm water and olive oil, then mix until a shaggy dough forms.
2. Step 2: Knead the dough for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Let it rest, covered, for 10 minutes.
3. Step 3: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease a baking sheet with olive oil.
4. Step 4: Shape the dough into a rectangle on the prepared baking sheet. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
5. Step 5: Dimple the dough with your fingers, then drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle minced garlic and Parmesan cheese on top.
6. Step 6: Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.

Storing & Reheating Garlic Parmesan Focaccia – Quick, Savory & Soft Inside

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the dough up to 24 hours ahead. Let it rise in the fridge, then bring to room temperature before baking.

Freezing Garlic Parmesan Focaccia – Quick, Savory & Soft Inside

Freeze baked focaccia for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight before serving.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, then crisp under the broiler.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, substitute the bread flour with a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.
• Best substitution: No substitutions for the instant yeast are recommended.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the dough up to 24 hours ahead. Let it rise in the fridge, then bring to room temperature before baking.
• Scaling: This recipe can be doubled for a larger focaccia.
• Troubleshooting: If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour. If it's too dry, add a little more water.

Garlic Parmesan Focaccia – Quick, Savory & Soft Inside

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

25 mins

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Total

40 mins

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Serves

8 servings

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Diet

Vegetarian

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups bread flour
• 1 tsp instant yeast
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 cups warm water
• 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Seasonings

• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Optional Toppings

• Additional minced garlic and Parmesan cheese for topping

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine bread flour, instant yeast, and salt. Add warm water and olive oil, then mix until a shaggy dough forms.
2. Step 2: Knead the dough for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Let it rest, covered, for 10 minutes.
3. Step 3: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease a baking sheet with olive oil.
4. Step 4: Shape the dough into a rectangle on the prepared baking sheet. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
5. Step 5: Dimple the dough with your fingers, then drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle minced garlic and Parmesan cheese on top.
6. Step 6: Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, substitute the bread flour with a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.
• Best substitution: No substitutions for the instant yeast are recommended.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the dough up to 24 hours ahead. Let it rise in the fridge, then bring to room temperature before baking.
• Scaling: This recipe can be doubled for a larger focaccia.
• Troubleshooting: If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour. If it's too dry, add a little more water.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze baked focaccia for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight before serving.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, then crisp under the broiler.
• Make ahead: Prepare the dough up to 24 hours ahead. Let it rise in the fridge, then bring to room temperature before baking.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10g
• Fat: 10g
• Carbs: 48g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 1g
• Sodium: 600mg
• Cholesterol: 5mg
• Sat. Fat: 1.5g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Garlic Parmesan Focaccia – Quick, Savory & Soft Inside and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!