Best Garlic Parmesan Focaccia – Soft Inside, Crispy Outside

Garlic Parmesan Focaccia is the best quick bread you’ll ever make. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to a perfectly crispy outside and soft inside. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Rhubarb Bars with Cream Cheese and Crispy Hash Brown Avocado Toast.

What You'll Need for Best Garlic Parmesan Focaccia – Soft Inside, Crispy Outside

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 packet instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups warm water
• 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Optional: Fresh rosemary leaves, for garnish
• Optional: Additional grated parmesan cheese, for serving

How to Make Best Garlic Parmesan Focaccia – Soft Inside, Crispy Outside

1. Make the dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, and salt. Add warm water and olive oil, then mix until a shaggy dough forms. Knead for 5 minutes, then let it rest for 10 minutes.
2. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) with a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet inside.
3. Shape the dough: On a parchment-lined baking sheet, stretch and press the dough into a rectangle about 1/2-inch thick. Let it rest for 10 more minutes.
4. Add toppings: Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with minced garlic, garlic powder, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Top with grated parmesan cheese.
5. Bake: Carefully transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and crispy.

Storing & Reheating Best Garlic Parmesan Focaccia – Soft Inside, Crispy Outside

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: The dough can be made up to 24 hours in advance. Let it rise in the refrigerator, then bring to room temperature before baking.

Freezing Best Garlic Parmesan Focaccia – Soft Inside, Crispy Outside

Freeze sliced focaccia for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 10-15 minutes, or until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, then crisp up in the oven for a few minutes.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a more rustic look, you can dimple the dough with your fingers before adding the toppings.
• Best substitution: For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend and ensure it includes a gum like xanthan or guar.
• Make-ahead: You can also freeze the shaped, unbaked dough for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then let it rise at room temperature before baking.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to suit your needs.
• Troubleshooting: If your focaccia is not crispy enough, try increasing the oven temperature by 25°F (15°C) and baking for a few minutes longer.

Best Garlic Parmesan Focaccia – Soft Inside, Crispy Outside

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

25 mins

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Total

40 mins

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Serves

8 servings

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Diet

Vegetarian

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 packet instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups warm water
• 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Seasonings

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Optional Toppings

• Fresh rosemary leaves, for garnish
• Additional grated parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

1. Make the dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, and salt. Add warm water and olive oil, then mix until a shaggy dough forms. Knead for 5 minutes, then let it rest for 10 minutes.
2. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) with a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet inside.
3. Shape the dough: On a parchment-lined baking sheet, stretch and press the dough into a rectangle about 1/2-inch thick. Let it rest for 10 more minutes.
4. Add toppings: Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with minced garlic, garlic powder, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Top with grated parmesan cheese.
5. Bake: Carefully transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and crispy.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a more rustic look, you can dimple the dough with your fingers before adding the toppings.
• Best substitution: For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend and ensure it includes a gum like xanthan or guar.
• Make-ahead: You can also freeze the shaped, unbaked dough for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then let it rise at room temperature before baking.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to suit your needs.
• Troubleshooting: If your focaccia is not crispy enough, try increasing the oven temperature by 25°F (15°C) and baking for a few minutes longer.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze sliced focaccia for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 10-15 minutes, or until warmed through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, then crisp up in the oven for a few minutes.
• Make ahead: The dough can be made up to 24 hours in advance. Let it rise in the refrigerator, then bring to room temperature before baking.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 240
• Protein: 7g
• Fat: 8g
• Carbs: 35g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 1g
• Sodium: 570mg
• Cholesterol: 5mg
• Sat. Fat: 2g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Best Garlic Parmesan Focaccia – Soft Inside, Crispy Outside and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!