Description
Experience the delightful fusion of flavors with Focaccia Pizza, a perfect twist on traditional Italian comfort food. This dish features a fluffy and golden-brown focaccia base generously topped with marinara sauce, gooey mozzarella cheese, and your choice of fresh toppings. Ideal for gatherings or cozy nights in, Focaccia Pizza is not only easy to prepare but also customizable, making it an irresistible treat for everyone. Elevate your pizza night and enjoy the satisfaction of crafting homemade pizza that rivals pizzeria creations!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm water (110°F)
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- Coarse sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast; let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large bowl, mix flour and salt; add yeast mixture and olive oil to form a dough.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Punch down the risen dough, transfer to a greased baking sheet, and shape into an even rectangle or circle.
- Spread marinara sauce over the dough, leaving borders; top with mozzarella cheese and oregano.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 10mg