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Crispy Overnight No-Knead Focaccia Recipe Easy Perfect Rosemary Sea Salt Bread

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A simple, no-knead focaccia bread recipe that rises overnight for a crispy crust and soft, airy crumb, flavored with rosemary and sea salt.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more for sprinkling on top
  • 1 1/2 cups (360ml) warm water (around 100°F / 38°C)
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil, plus additional for drizzling and pan
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • Coarse sea salt flakes for topping

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast, and 1 teaspoon fine sea salt. Stir to distribute evenly.
  2. Pour in 1 1/2 cups warm water and 1/4 cup olive oil. Mix with a wooden spoon or spatula until dough just comes together with a shaggy, sticky consistency.
  3. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a damp kitchen towel. Leave at room temperature overnight or for 12 to 18 hours until dough bubbles and doubles in size.
  4. The next day, generously oil a 9×13-inch rimmed baking sheet with olive oil.
  5. Scrape the dough onto the oiled baking sheet. Using wet fingers, gently press and stretch the dough to fill the pan. Let rest 10 minutes and stretch again if needed.
  6. Cover loosely and let the dough rest for 30 to 45 minutes. Then press fingertips deeply all over the dough to create dimples.
  7. Drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil evenly over the dough. Sprinkle chopped rosemary and coarse sea salt flakes on top.
  8. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Bake the focaccia on the middle rack for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Do not overwork the dough to keep it airy. Wet your fingers when stretching dough to prevent sticking. Use room-temperature olive oil for drizzling to avoid chilling the dough. For extra crispiness, bake on middle or lower rack and do not skip dimpling. If crust isn’t crisp enough, bake a few minutes longer watching carefully to avoid burning.

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Keywords: focaccia, no-knead bread, overnight bread, rosemary focaccia, sea salt bread, easy bread recipe, crispy bread

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