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A close-up shot of Cheesy Garlic Focaccia Bread, cut into squares, with one square being lifted, showing a long, beautiful strand of melted, gooey mozzarella cheese pulling away from the rest of the bread. The focaccia is golden brown and topped with melted cheese, fresh garlic, and chopped parsley.

Cheesy Garlic Focaccia Bread

A soft, fluffy focaccia loaded with garlic, melted cheeses, and herbs — the perfect comforting homemade bread.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 37 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Bread, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Focaccia Dough
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 2 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • fresh parsley chopped, optional

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Pan

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5–7 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add flour, salt, and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Mix until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5 minutes, then place it in a greased bowl. Cover and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  4. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  5. Transfer the dough to a greased baking pan. Stretch it out gently to form an even layer.
  6. Drizzle with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Use fingertips to create dimples all over the surface.
  7. Sprinkle garlic evenly across the dough, followed by mozzarella, parmesan, oregano, and thyme.
  8. Bake for 20–22 minutes until golden and the cheese is bubbly.
  9. Let cool slightly, top with fresh parsley if desired, and slice before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a drizzle of garlic butter right after baking.