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Starting your sourdough journey can feel intimidating — the feeding schedules, the sticky dough, the uncertain proofing times. But it doesn’t have to be complicated. This Foolproof Sourdough Focaccia for Beginners is designed to simplify every step so anyone can achieve bakery-quality bread from home. It’s a forgiving, flexible recipe that builds your confidence and … Read more

Sourdough focaccia is loved for its signature combination of a crisp, golden crust and a soft, pillowy interior. But what if you could enjoy that same flavor and texture — with an added nutritional boost? Welcome to the High-Protein Sourdough Focaccia Version — a wholesome twist on the Italian classic designed for anyone who wants … Read more

Few things smell as comforting as freshly baked focaccia — except, perhaps, focaccia topped with roasted garlic confit. This Sourdough Focaccia with Roasted Garlic Confit is a celebration of simplicity and flavor. Slow-roasted garlic, bathed in olive oil until golden and buttery, is pressed into pillowy sourdough focaccia dough, where it melts and caramelizes beautifully … Read more

There’s nothing quite like the edges of perfectly baked sourdough focaccia — golden, crunchy, slightly chewy, and shimmering with olive oil. It’s the part everyone fights over at the table. But achieving that crisp-edge perfection isn’t just luck; it’s technique. While most focaccia guides focus on achieving an open crumb or airy interior, this recipe … Read more

There’s something magical about biting into a slice of sourdough focaccia — the crisp, golden crust giving way to a tender, pillowy crumb bursting with olive oil flavor. The secret to achieving that signature soft, airy texture lies in one key factor: hydration. Hydration, in simple terms, refers to the ratio of water to flour … Read more

Few breads capture the essence of rustic Italian baking like sourdough focaccia — and when baked in a cast iron skillet, it becomes something truly exceptional. The cast iron creates an unbeatable crispy, golden crust, while the sourdough’s natural fermentation gives the interior a rich, complex flavor and airy texture. This recipe is all about … Read more

There’s something magical about bread that takes its time. Overnight Sourdough Focaccia, also known as cold-rise focaccia, is a perfect example of how patience rewards the baker. This recipe transforms simple ingredients — flour, water, salt, and starter — into an aromatic, golden bread with the perfect balance of crispy crust and tender crumb. The … Read more

If you’ve ever wanted to bake homemade sourdough bread but felt intimidated by the process, No-Knead Sourdough Focaccia is your perfect starting point. It’s a forgiving, simple, and utterly delicious bread recipe that delivers professional results without the stress of kneading, folding, or shaping. This focaccia has a pillowy, open crumb and a golden, crisp … Read more