Southern Sunflower Focaccia

A crispy, cheesy American flatbread originating from the heart of the South, infused with the subtle sweetness of sun-kissed sunflower seeds, perfect for a rustic family dinner or a cozy Sunday brunch.

🛒 Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon freshly active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon fine salt
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 egg large egg
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
• 1/2 cup salted sunflower seeds

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, yeast, and salt.

2. 2

   Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, egg, honey, and chopped rosemary.

3. 3

   Step 3: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a sticky dough forms.

4. 4

   Step 4: Knead the dough for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

5. 5

   Step 5: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

6. 6

   Step 6: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

7. 7

   Step 7: Punch down the dough and transfer it to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.

8. 8

   Step 8: Sprinkle the sunflower seeds over the dough and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

9. 9

   Step 9: Remove the focaccia from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

💡 Pro Tips

To get the perfect rise, make sure the yeast is fresh and the environment is warm. For an extra crispy crust, bake the focaccia for an additional 5-10 minutes.

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