Garlic Parmesan Focaccia with Spicy Hot Honey
This Garlic Parmesan Focaccia is a deliciously soft bread infused with garlic and parmesan cheese, topped with a drizzle of spicy hot honey, elevating your meal to extraordinary levels.
Ingredients
For the Focaccia
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1.5 cups warm water
- 0.25 cups olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
For the Topping
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 to taste freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 to taste crushed red pepper flakes
- as needed spicy hot honey
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
- Gradually add warm water and olive oil. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a damp cloth. Let it rise in a warm area until doubled in size, approximately 1 to 2 hours.
Shaping and Adding Flavor
- Once risen, gently punch the dough down to release air bubbles. Transfer to a greased baking sheet, stretching it out to fit the pan.
- Dimple the surface using your fingers.
- In a small bowl, mix garlic, olive oil, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Spread this mixture generously over the dough surface.
- Cover the dough again and let it rise for an additional 30 minutes.
Baking
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Bake the focaccia for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
- Let it cool slightly before drizzling with spicy hot honey.
Serving
- Slice and serve while warm. Enjoy as a side, appetizer, or on its own!
Notes
For a twist, consider adding herbs like rosemary or thyme as toppings. Focaccia tastes best straight out of the oven.