This classic Italian bread is a true delight for your taste buds. With its soft and airy texture, golden crust, and aromatic toppings, every bite is a burst of flavor. Our D'BakerAid ensures the dough is perfectly kneaded and allows you to create this homemade masterpiece effortlessly. Whether you choose to top it with fragrant rosemary, juicy cherry tomatoes, or briny olives, this Focaccia will elevate any meal or make a delightful snack. Prepare to indulge in the irresistible charm of our D'BakerAid Focaccia!"

Ingredients:

• 500g bread flour
• 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 400ml lukewarm water
• Toppings of your choice (e.g., rosemary, cherry tomatoes, olives)

Instructions:

1. In the D'BakerAid's D'Dough bowl (4.75q), combine the bread flour, instant yeast, and salt. You can also combine the ingredients and mix in a standing mixer.
2. Attach the dough hook attachment. Mix on low speed or mix by hands until the ingredients are well combined.
3. Increase the speed to medium and knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic. If kneading by hand, transfer the mixture to a floured surface and knead for the same amount of time.
4. I took my dough out of the mixer’s bowl and finished kneading it on the countertop for about 2 minutes until the dough bounced back.
5. Transport the dough to D’Dough bowl, close the lid, choose the proofing program for a white flour and ferment until doubled in size or more until the program is done.
6. Pour enough olive oil into a 12"x17" sheet pan (or any pan of similar size) so there is a thin layer of oil covering the entire bottom of the pan
7. Put some olive oil on your hands to prevent sticking and then pull the focaccia dough out of the bowl. It will be very loose. Divide into two if you desire. Lay it in the pan and begin stretching it. If it shrinks back, walk away for about 15 minutes to let the gluten relax before you stretch again. Don't worry about getting it to the edges if you divided it in half.
8. Once you're done stretching, cover it with plastic wrap and place it into the fridge overnight to develop flavor. When you're ready to bake your bread, take it out of the fridge and let it warm up for about 30 minutes. Or skip the fridge part and do the next step.
9. Dimple the surface with your oiled fingers to create some areas where the olive oil can collect.
10. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with your desired toppings, such as rosemary, cherry tomatoes, olives ,veggies, herbs and meats.
11. Brush all your veggies and herbs with more olive oil to prevent burning.
12. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a D'BakerAid D'Steamer on the bottom of the oven.
13. Place the baking sheet with the dough in the preheated oven. Bake for about 20-25 minutes or until the focaccia is golden brown and cooked through.
14. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Happy Artisanal Baking!