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Gluten-Free Jalapeño Olive Focaccia (Soy-Free, Dairy-Free)

Name: Gluten-Free Jalapeño Olive Focaccia (Soy-Free, Dairy-Free)
Prep time: 5 h
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 5 h 30 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum); 1 tbsp psyllium husk powder; 1 tbsp baking powder; 1 tsp sea salt; 1½ cups warm water (about 110°F/43°C); 2¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast; 1 tsp maple syrup or sugar (for yeast); ¼ cup olive oil (plus more for pan and topping); 2–3 tbsp sliced green olives; 1 jalapeño, sliced thinly (or to taste); Coarse sea salt (like Maldon) for garnish; Optional: garlic powder, dried rosemary, or chili flakes

Category:

pastry

Difficulty: Medium

Serves:

8 people

Prep Time: 15 minutes (active) + 1.5 hours rise time

Cook Time: 25–30 minutes

Rating:

(0.00/5)

July 26, 2025 by Chef Molly

This golden, chewy-yet-airy focaccia is dotted with spicy jalapeños and briny green olives, creating the perfect harmony of heat, salt, and crunch. A dairy-free, gluten-free twist on the Italian classic, this bread is perfect as a snack, sandwich base, or dinner side.

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What You’ll Need:

Dry

2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum)
1 tbsp psyllium husk powder
1 tbsp baking powder
1 tsp sea salt

Wet

1½ cups warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
2¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
1 tsp maple syrup or sugar (for yeast)
¼ cup olive oil (plus more for pan and topping)

Toppings

2–3 tbsp sliced green olives
1 jalapeño, sliced thinly (or to taste)
Coarse sea salt (like Maldon) for garnish
Optional: garlic powder, dried rosemary, or chili flakes

Prepration for:Gluten-Free Jalapeño Olive Focaccia (Soy-Free, Dairy-Free)

Step 1/5

Activate Yeast

In a bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and maple syrup. Let sit 5–10 minutes until bubbly.

Step 2/5

Mix Dough

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together dry ingredients. Add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until you get a sticky batter-like dough. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 60–75 minutes.

Step 3/5

Shape and Top

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease a baking sheet or 9×13 pan with olive oil. Pour dough into the pan and gently spread it out with oiled fingers. Dimple the dough with your fingers, drizzle with olive oil, and scatter jalapeños, olives, and salt.

Step 4/5

Bake

Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown on top and edges are crisp.

Step 5/5

Cool & Serve

Chef's Tips & Notes

Notes: For more chew, replace ½ cup of water with carbonated water. You can switch toppings: try sun-dried tomatoes, red onion, or fresh herbs.

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