aka Faux-caccia Bread
I’ll be honest, I wasn’t looking to create a focaccia recipe. I was really just looking to follow a recipe for a paleo-friendly focaccia to satisfy a very random craving that I was sure would not come along again anytime soon. But as I started searching the internets for an easy, paleo-friendly, no rise, and also dairy free focaccia, I realized that this was not going to be a mere search and click away. So, after three different google searches, at least 23 search pages later, and this craving not relenting, I finally decided to step away from the computer and just create my own recipe.
After a few very unsuccessful attempts, I decided to just build off my tried and true Paleo Bread recipe. And voila a focaccia was baked! I will say that, I think at least, this is a very delicious and still satisfying, reminiscent version of a legit focaccia. To say that this tastes exactly like a gluten-filled & properly risen focaccia and you won’t even notice the difference would be an utter misrepresentation. Given the parameters I really just don’t think that’s even possible. Hence the name, Faux-caccia. It’s a fake. But one made in only 1 bowl, takes at most 30 mins from start to finish and uses only good-for-you and nutrient dense ingredients, I think it’s a very good replacement. Plus it makes for a very delicious sandwich. And no doubt, I’ll be making this again very soon.
paleo friendly (gluten/grain/dairy free), yeast free
If you make this, I’d LOVE to see your creation! Please tag me on Instagram @freshlydafna and use #freshlydafna.
Easy Paleo Focaccia
paleo friendly (gluten/grain/dairy free), yeast free
This super easy faux-caccia makes for one very delicious paleo friendly bread. It's super easy, takes only 30 mins start to finish, and made in just one bowl! Plus with only good-for-you and nutrient dense ingredients, this is sure to be a winning accompaniment to any meal. PLUS it makes for a delicious sandwich base.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp water
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 eggs
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour (195 grams)
- 1/2 cup tapioca flour (60 grams)
- 2 tbsp arrowroot flour (15 grams) or sub with tapioca flour in equal amounts
- 1 tbsp ground flax (7 grams)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Optional Toppings
- rosemary
- flakey sea salt
- olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
Heat oven to 350 degrees and prepare 8x8 baking dish by greasing with additional oil or lining with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients until light and frothy.
Then add all the dry ingredients and stir until just well combined. Let sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
Spread the dough out evenly into the prepared pan.
With wet fingers poke holes randomly into the dough, rewetting finger tips when dough starts to stick.
Leave as is or top off the dough with a generous drizzle of olive oil, rosemary, and/or flakey sea salt.
Bake for 20 mins. Let cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm!
Recipe Notes
This will keep for about a day in an airtight container, afterwards slice remaining portion and move to freezer.
Manon
I LOVE this recipe! It’s perfect in every way, nutrient dense, no yeast, no dairy, no gluten, no grains, and oh so delicious. AND it’s the easiest, quickest thing to make! The crumb has the perfect texture, and I can’t wait to make it again and try it with all kinds of variations. Thanks so much for this awesome recipe!
Dafna
Wow Manon, thank you so much for your kind words! I’m SO glad you loved this recipe as much as I do! I’ll definitely be making it soon and can’t wait to hear what kinds of variations you make! ( ◜‿◝ )♡
Cris
Hey Dafna, great recipe!! Made it for the first time tonight. Made a few alterations as per our diet and lack of ingredients. I used Aquafaba instead of eggs, and nutritional yeast instead of flax. Came out awesome. After baking for 20 min I brushed on piri piri sauce and put on sliced Cherry tomatoes and faux feta, and Italian spices. Definitely keeping your recipe as a staple. Many thanks!
Dafna
Hi Cris! So so glad you loved the focaccia and that it will become a regular in your kitchen! The way you topped it sounds incredible! Would love if you could take some pictures next time you make it and tag me on IG!