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Overnight, Refrigerator Focaccia = The Best Focaccia Bread Recipe

Overnight, Refrigerator Focaccia = The Best Focaccia Bread Recipe

Discover the secret to airy, delicious focaccia with this easy overnight refrigerator recipe using 4 ingredients.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 18 hours 30 minutes
Course bread
Cuisine Italian
Servings 2 loaves
Calories 220 kcal

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • parchment paper
  • oven

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour or bread flour see notes above
  • 2 to 3 teaspoons kosher salt see notes above
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast see notes above if using active dry
  • 2 cups lukewarm water made by combining ½ cup boiling water with 1 ½ cups cold water
  • butter for greasing
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • flaky sea salt such as Maldon
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons whole rosemary leaves optional

Instructions
 

Making the Dough

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and instant yeast. Add the water. Using a rubber spatula, mix until the liquid is absorbed and the ingredients form a sticky dough ball. Cover the bowl, and let rest for 30 minutes, then stretch and fold the dough.
  • Rub the surface of the dough lightly with olive oil. Cover the bowl and place in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours or up to three days.
  • Line two 8- or 9-inch pie plates or a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper or grease with butter.
  • Pour a tablespoon of oil into the center of each pan, or 2 tablespoons if using the 9×13-inch pan. Deflate the dough and split into two equal pieces (or leave as one for a 9×13-inch pan).
  • Let the dough balls rest for 3 to 4 hours at room temperature.
  • Preheat the oven to 425°F. Sprinkle with rosemary if using, and pour a tablespoon of oil over each round of dough. Press down to create dimples and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden and crisp, then let cool for 10 minutes before cutting.
  • Store in an airtight bag at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

For best results, use a digital scale to measure the flour and water. If using active-dry yeast, allow it to foam before mixing. Adjust salt as per taste preferences.

Nutrition

Serving: 1loafCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 350mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gCalcium: 1mgIron: 7mg
Keyword bread recipe, Easy Recipe, focaccia, Homemade Bread, Overnight, refrigerator bread
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