Oven-Roasted Garlic and Herb Focaccia

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-25 · Updated 2026-07-25

Fluffy focaccia bread infused with roasted garlic and fresh herbs, oven-roasted to golden perfection with a crisp top and soft interior. This Italian-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs all-purpose flour, warm water, active dry yeast for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/4 cups warm water
• 2 1/4 tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
• 1 tsp granulated sugar
• 2 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup plus 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 6 cloves, thinly sliced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
• 1 tsp coarse sea salt

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 1 1/4 cups warm water (about 110°F), 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast, and 1 tsp granulated sugar. Stir gently and let sit for 5-7 minutes until foamy.
2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour and 2 tsp salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil. Stir with a wooden spoon until a sticky dough forms.
3. Step 3: Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
4. Step 4: Preheat oven to 425°F. Gently punch down dough and transfer to a greased 9x13-inch baking pan, stretching it to fit the pan evenly. Cover and let rise for 20 minutes.
5. Step 5: Using your fingertips, dimple the dough all over. Drizzle 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil evenly over the top, then scatter 6 thinly sliced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, and 1 tsp coarse sea salt.
6. Step 6: Bake for 20-25 minutes until the focaccia is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped. Remove from oven and cool slightly before slicing and serving warm.