Spice Free Classic Focaccia

Total time2 hr 45 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time25 min

4.9

(14)

There is something deeply satisfying about pulling a golden, dimpled slab of focaccia out of the oven, and this classic version delivers that bakery-level result with nothing more than pantry staples. The flavor comes entirely from good olive oil, a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, and fresh rosemary — no blends, no mystery seasonings, just clean and straightforward ingredients that anyone avoiding spices can feel completely confident about. That generous pour of extra-virgin olive oil is the real hero here, giving the bread its signature crispy bottom, pillowy interior, and rich depth of flavor without relying on anything hot or irritating. The two-rise method takes a little patience, but the hands-on time is minimal, and the result is a thick, airy loaf with a gorgeous deep-golden crust and those iconic finger-pressed dimples that pool with oil in the best possible way. It slices beautifully for sandwiches, tears perfectly for dipping, or stands completely on its own as a side that disappears fast. For anyone who has struggled to find store-bought bread free from hidden spice blends or seasoning mixes, baking this at home puts you fully in control of every single ingredient.

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Ingredients

8 servings

For the dough

1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) instant yeast
1 ¾ cups warm water (100–110°f / 38–43°c)
1 tsp granulated sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ tsp kosher salt
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for the pan

For the topping

3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp fresh rosemary, roughly chopped
¾ tsp flaky sea salt

Instructions

1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, instant yeast, and sugar. Stir briefly and let stand for 5 minutes, until the surface looks slightly foamy.
2
Add the flour, kosher salt, and 1/4 cup olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon or flexible spatula until a shaggy, sticky dough forms with no dry flour remaining — it will be wetter than a typical bread dough.

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