Gorgonzola Focaccia

Elevate your bread-baking game with this luxurious Gorgonzola Focaccia recipe, a rustic Italian delight that combines a perfectly fluffy and golden crust with the creamy tang of crumbled Gorgonzola cheese. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, olive oil, and a touch of honey, this homemade focaccia gets its signature flavor from aromatic rosemary and a sprinkling of coarse sea salt. Ideal as an appetizer, side dish, or stand-alone snack, it’s baked to perfection in just 25 minutes after a leisurely rise that ensures its irresistibly airy texture. Whether paired with a hearty soup or enjoyed on its own, this savory bread is sure to impress. Perfect for bread enthusiasts looking to master the art of focaccia with a gourmet twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:120 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:145 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams All-purpose flour
• 325 milliliters Water
• 50 milliliters Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 10 grams Salt
• 7 grams Instant yeast
• 150 grams Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
• 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary
• 1 teaspoon Coarse sea salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and salt. Mix well.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, mix the water, olive oil, and honey. Stir until the honey dissolves.

Step 3

Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until a sticky dough forms.

Step 4

Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Lightly oil a large bowl and place the dough inside. Cover it with a damp kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F) and line a baking sheet or a 9x13-inch pan with parchment paper.

Step 7

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to the prepared pan. Stretch it gently to fit the pan. Let it rest for another 15 minutes.

Step 8

Using your fingertips, press dimples into the surface of the dough. Drizzle olive oil generously over the dough and sprinkle rosemary and coarse sea salt.

Step 9

Scatter the crumbled Gorgonzola evenly over the top of the dough.

Step 10

Bake the focaccia in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.

Step 11

Remove the focaccia from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1071.5 grams (1071.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2868

Total Fat 95.40g	122%
Saturated Fat 34.90g	175%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.50g
Cholesterol 134mg	45%
Sodium 7904mg	344%
Total Carbohydrate 407.50g	148%
Dietary Fiber 15.80g	56%
Total Sugars 18.30g
Protein 86.90g	174%

Vitamin D 32IU	161%
Calcium 898mg	69%
Iron 25mg	140%
Potassium 792mg	17%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.3%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 57.5%