Indulge in the rich flavors of the Mediterranean with this Quick and No-Yeast Easy + Gluten-Free Focaccia Bread Recipe, an easy-to-make delicacy that's golden, flavorful, and ready in 25 minutes! Perfectly compatible with gluten-free diets, our recipe spotlights the richness of Mina Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Serve it alongside your favorite vegan dishes or make it the highlight of your meal!
No-Yeast Focaccia Bread Ingredients
- 1 cup lukewarm water
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil (and a bit more for a finishing drizzle)
- 2 teaspoon sugar (any kind)
- 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 ¼ cup gluten-free or regular all-purpose flour (For gluten-free, we recommend King Arthur Measure for Measure. Refrain from using almond or other baking flours.)
No-Yeast Focaccia Bread Toppings
- ¼ cup thinly sliced onions or green onions
- ¼ cup sliced cherry or grape tomatoes
- 2 tablespoon sliced olives
- 2 tablespoon fresh herbs
- 1 tablespoon freshly sliced garlic
How to Make Gluten-Free Focaccia Bread with No Yeast
- Preparation: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F.
- Dough Formation: In a mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, water, sugar, baking powder, oregano, garlic powder, and salt. Once mixed, gently fold in the regular or gluten-free flour until a cohesive dough forms.
- Shaping & Topping: Transfer your dough to a round baking dish pre-greased with olive oil. If desired, give it a generous drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Create signature focaccia dimples by gently pressing your fingers into the dough. Garnish with slices of onions, tomatoes, and optional olives.
- Baking: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for approximately 15 minutes or until the bread is fully cooked in its center. For a beautiful golden hue, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Serving: Carve your focaccia into 12 even slices. It's perfect when drizzled with a tad more olive oil, paired with tomato sauce, or even hummus. Whether you use it for sandwiches or as a base for vegan pizzas, this focaccia is a sure winner!
Frequently Asked Questions
To store leftover focaccia, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and place it in an airtight container. Store at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze wrapped focaccia for up to a month. To reheat, warm in the oven at 350°F until heated through.
Yes, traditional focaccia bread does use yeast. The yeast helps the bread rise, giving it its characteristic airy and soft texture with a slightly crispy crust. In classic recipes, the dough undergoes a fermentation process due to the yeast, which not only helps in rising but also contributes to the bread's unique flavor. This process takes hours so this quick and easy focaccia bread recipe is perfect for when you're in a pinch!
Focaccia bread can be used to tip into hummus, marinara sauce, olive oil, baba ganoush, and other dips. It can also be used as a base for pizza or flatbreads.
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No-Yeast Gluten-Free Focaccia Bread Recipe
Ingredients
Quick & Easy Focaccia Bread Ingredients
- 1 cup lukewarm water
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil + more for drizzling
- 2 teaspoon sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 ¼ cup regular or gluten free all-purpose flour If gluten-free, I recommend King Arthur Measure for Measure gluten-free flour. Please don't substitute any other flour such as almond flour, baking flour, etc.
- ¼ cup thinly sliced onions
- ¼ cup sliced cherry or grape tomatoes
Instructions
How To Make Quick & Easy Focaccia Bread with No Yeast
- Preheat the oven to 400
- Mix ¼ cup of olive oil, water, sugar, baking powder, oregano, garlic powder, and salt together. Then, add the flour and mix until a thick dough forms.
- Transfer the dough into a round baking dish that has been sprayed with olive oil spray. Option to drizzle with 2 additional tablespoon of olive oil and then use your fingers to gently press down on the focaccia bread to create dimples. Top with thinly sliced onions, tomatoes, or olives.
- Bake in the oven for about 15 minutes or until the bread is cooked through the center. Broil the at the end for 1-2 minutes.
- Slice into 12 slices and enjoy drizzled with more olive oil, dipped in tomato sauce, hummus, or any of your other Mediterranean spreads! This bread also makes a great sandwich bread or base for pizza toppings.
twoodring70 says
So yummy! Totally recommend!
Jillian says
So happy to hear you enjoyed the vegan focaccia!
twoodring70 says
I couldn’t stop eating it. It was so good!
Jillian says
So happy you liked it! Thank you for trying my recipe!!
Daggi says
Hi, what size dish would be best for this bread? Thank you
Jillian says
I used a 12 inch round, but have also used a standard 8 and 9 inch.