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Same-Day Sourdough Focaccia Bread


  • Total Time: 260 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A soft, airy focaccia bread made the same day, perfect for any occasion with a delightful sourdough flavor.


Ingredients

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  • 500g bread flour
  • 350ml water (room temperature)
  • 100g active sourdough starter
  • 10g salt
  • Olive oil (for greasing and drizzling)
  • Fresh rosemary (for topping, optional)
  • Sea salt (for garnishing)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the 500g bread flour, 350ml water, and 100g active sourdough starter. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  2. Let the dough rest for 30 minutes.
  3. Add the 10g salt and knead the dough for about 10 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise for 3-4 hours, stretching and folding the dough every hour.
  5. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
  6. Transfer the risen dough to a greased baking tray, dimple the surface, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with fresh rosemary and sea salt.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Cool slightly on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

Store at room temperature in a kitchen towel for 1-2 days, or in an airtight container in the refrigerator for longer. Can be frozen for up to three months.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: focaccia, bread, sourdough, baking, homemade