Go Back
–+ servings
Gluten-free focaccia bread with garlic and herbs, perfect for gut health.

Gluten-Free Gut-Health Garlic & Herb Focaccia

A warm, inviting focaccia that brings comfort without gluten, perfect for seasonal home bakers.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Bread, Side
Cuisine American, Mediterranean
Servings 8 servings
Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dough ingredients

  • 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (with xanthan gum included)
  • 1 cup warm water (about 105–110°F) Yeast loves warmth; too hot will kill it.
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast One packet
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Plus 2 tablespoons for drizzling and pan
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary Or 1 tablespoon dried
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed (optional) For extra moisture and fiber
  • 1 tablespoon plain yogurt (optional) For extra moisture and fiber

Toppings (optional)

  • flaky sea salt
  • sliced olives
  • cherry tomatoes

Instructions
 

Activation

  • In a small bowl, mix warm water, honey, and yeast. Let sit 5–8 minutes until foamy.

Mixing Dough

  • In a large bowl, whisk the gluten-free flour and sea salt.
  • Add the foamy yeast, 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, and optional yogurt or flaxseed to the dry mix. Stir until the batter is smooth and slightly sticky.

Rising

  • Cover the bowl with a damp towel and let rest in a warm place for about 45–60 minutes, until slightly puffy.

Baking Preparation

  • Generously oil a 9x13-inch baking pan and transfer the dough, spreading gently with wet hands to fill the pan.
  • Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil and use your fingertips to make dimples across the surface.

Toppings

  • Sprinkle rosemary and thyme evenly; press cherry tomatoes or olives gently into the dough if using.

Final Rise and Baking

  • Let the dough rest another 20–30 minutes to puff slightly.
  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake for 20–25 minutes until the top is golden and edges crisp.

Finishing Touch

  • Remove from oven, sprinkle with flaky sea salt, and allow to cool slightly before slicing.

Notes

Best enjoyed warm. For storage, keep in an airtight container or wrapped in a clean tea towel for up to 2 days, refrigerate for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in a 350°F oven or on a skillet with olive oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g
Keyword Baking, garlic, Gluten-Free Focaccia, gut health, Herb Bread
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!