Herbed Focaccia
This gluten-free herbed focaccia is a flavorful and aromatic bread, perfect as a side dish or for sandwiches. The combination of gluten-free flour, herbs, and olive oil creates a delightfully chewy and crusty texture.
55 min
Total Time
8
Servings
medium
Difficulty
25 min
Prep Time
30 min
Cook Time
55 min
Total Time
Ingredients
- 3 cups Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour Blend
- 1/2 cup Tapioca Starch
- 2 1/4 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast
- 1 1/2 cups Warm Water
- 1/4 cup Olive Oil (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Rosemary (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme (chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Flaky Sea Salt (for topping)
- 2 tablespoons Cornmeal (for dusting)
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, dissolve yeast and honey in warm water. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Add gluten-free flour blend, tapioca starch, olive oil, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- 3
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- 4
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease and dust a 9x13 inch baking pan with cornmeal.
- 5
Gently deflate the dough and transfer it to the prepared pan. Using oiled fingers, gently spread the dough to fill the pan.
- 6
Drizzle generously with olive oil and dimple the surface of the dough with your fingers.
- 7
Sprinkle with chopped rosemary, thyme, minced garlic, and flaky sea salt.
- 8
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- 9
Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Tips & Notes
- •For a crispier crust, bake on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper instead of a pan.
- •Experiment with different herbs, such as oregano, sage, or basil.
- •The dough is very sticky; use oiled hands to prevent sticking.
Recipe Variations
- →Try adding different herbs for variety.
- →Substitute ingredients based on dietary needs.