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Crispy No-Knead Rosemary Focaccia Recipe with Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes

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A simple and effortless no-knead focaccia bread featuring a crispy golden crust, fragrant rosemary, and juicy heirloom cherry tomatoes baked right in. Perfect for any occasion and easy enough for weekday baking.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ½ cups (420g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 1 ½ teaspoons fine sea salt
  • 1 ¾ cups (420ml) warm water (about 105°F/40°C)
  • ¼ cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil plus 2 tablespoons for drizzling
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1 pint (about 300g) heirloom cherry tomatoes, washed and halved
  • Coarse sea salt for sprinkling on top

Instructions

  1. Mix the dough (10 minutes): In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, instant yeast, and fine sea salt. Stir to blend. Add warm water and ¼ cup olive oil. Mix with a wooden spoon or dough whisk until wet, sticky, and shaggy. No kneading needed.
  2. First rise (12-18 hours): Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel. Let the dough rest at room temperature (around 70°F/21°C) overnight or for 12 to 18 hours until doubled in size and bubbly.
  3. Prepare the pan and shape dough (15 minutes): Generously oil a 9×13 inch baking pan. Transfer the dough into the pan using a spatula or oiled hands. Press gently to spread evenly. If resistant, let rest 10 minutes and try again.
  4. Second rise (1 hour): Cover the pan with a towel and let the dough rise again for about 1 hour. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) during this time.
  5. Add rosemary and tomatoes (5 minutes): Press fingertips into dough to create dimples. Drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil on top. Sprinkle chopped rosemary evenly. Nestle halved heirloom cherry tomatoes cut side up into the dough.
  6. Bake the focaccia (20-25 minutes): Place pan on middle oven rack and bake until golden brown and edges are crispy, about 20 to 25 minutes. Tomatoes should be roasted and slightly bursting.
  7. Finish and cool (10 minutes): Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle coarse sea salt on top. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Use instant yeast for convenience; if using active dry yeast, proof it first. Oil the pan generously to prevent sticking and achieve a crispy crust. If kitchen is cold, keep dough warm by placing in oven with light on. Pat tomatoes dry if watery to avoid sogginess. Dough can be refrigerated after first rise for up to 24 hours. For gluten-free, substitute flour with a gluten-free bread blend and add xanthan gum if needed.

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