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Easy Focaccia Bread (No Knead, One Bowl)

A simple, no-knead focaccia bread recipe made in one bowl, soft, airy, and golden with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Bread
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet active dry yeast 2 ¼ tsp
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1.5 tsp salt
  • 1.25 cups warm water 105–110°F / 40–43°C
  • 3 tbsp olive oil plus extra for drizzling
  • optional toppings rosemary, coarse salt, garlic slices, cherry tomatoes

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking pan
  • Measuring cups
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Activate yeast in warm water with sugar until frothy.
  2. Add flour, salt, and olive oil to form sticky dough.
  3. Cover and let dough rise 1–2 hours until doubled.
  4. Transfer to oiled pan and stretch gently.
  5. Cover and let rise 30–45 minutes.
  6. Dimple dough with fingers, drizzle olive oil, add toppings.
  7. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden.
  8. Cool slightly, slice, and serve.

Notes

Do not knead the dough. Resting is key for airy texture. Adjust toppings as desired.