Crispy Mini Focaccia (Print Version)

Golden individual breads with crispy exteriors and aromatic fluffy centers, ideal for sharing.

# What You Need:

→ Dough

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 3/4 cup lukewarm water
03 - 1 1/2 tsp active dry yeast
04 - 1 tsp fine sea salt
05 - 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
06 - 1 tsp sugar

→ Topping

07 - 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
08 - 1 tbsp flaky sea salt
09 - 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
10 - 8 cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
11 - 1/4 cup pitted black olives, sliced (optional)

# How To Make:

01 - Combine lukewarm water, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
02 - Add flour, salt, and 1 tbsp olive oil to the yeast mixture. Mix thoroughly to form a sticky dough.
03 - Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
04 - Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
05 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
06 - Punch down risen dough and divide into 8 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a small round or oval and place on the prepared baking sheet.
07 - Use your fingers to dimple each round. Brush generously with olive oil.
08 - Sprinkle with flaky sea salt, rosemary, and top with cherry tomatoes and olives if using.
09 - Bake for 18–20 minutes until golden and crisp on top.
10 - Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Theyre impossibly crispy on the outside and tender inside, like little pillows of bread heaven
  • The recipe is forgiving enough for beginners but impressive enough for dinner party guests
02 -
  • Dimple the dough deeply with your fingertips because those little wells hold olive oil and create the best crispy texture
  • Room temperature water is crucial because hot water kills yeast and cold water makes it sluggish
03 -
  • For the crispiest crust, bake on a preheated baking stone if you have one
  • Let the dough rise longer in the refrigerator overnight for deeper flavor development

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