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Crispy-Edged Everything Bagel Focaccia

Crispy-Edged Everything Bagel Focaccia：The Overnight Bakery Trick You Need in 2026

     A ciabatta-like, high-hydration focaccia with a golden, crackly bottom and deeply caramelized crispy edges — topped with everything bagel seasoning. The entire process happens on one AMYONE Silicone Baking Mat (10″ x 15″), which doubles as your measuring guide: stretch the dough to the mat’s edge and you’ve got the perfect thickness. No sticky counter, no parchment, no second pan.

    Focaccia is the most forgiving bread — but “good focaccia” and “cafe-level focaccia” live in different worlds. The difference isn’t flour or fancy ovens. It’s knowing how to get that ultra-crisp, caramelized edge​ without drying out the crumb inside.
    In 2026, the focus has shifted from fluffy and soft to crunchy, savory, and boldly seasoned. And there’s no faster way to get there than taking a classic high-hydration focaccia and coating it with everything bagel seasoning​ — the turbocharged savory blend that already dominates brunch menus.
    Here, the secret weapon is your baking mat: AMYONE Silicone Baking Mat (10″ x 15″). You’ll mix, stretch, proof, bake, and serve on this single mat. The mat’s non-stick surface means a high-hydration dough (80%)​ becomes easy to handle — no more flour explosions or parchment paper sliding around. And because the mat is exactly the size of a standard jelly roll pan, you can use its edges as a visual guide​ to get the perfect focaccia thickness every time.

Ingredients

For the dough:
3¾ cups (470g) bread flour (or all-purpose)
1½ cups + 2 tbsp (375g) warm water (95°F / 35°C)
2 tsp fine sea salt
1 tsp instant yeast
2 tsp honey
For the bottom & top:
3–4 tbsp olive oil (for the mat)
2 tbsp olive oil (for topping)
¼ cup everything bagel seasoning
1 tsp flaky sea salt (optional)
Baking equipment (one product only):
1 × AMYONE Silicone Baking Mat（10″ x 15″）​ — used as mixing & stretching surface, proofing liner, baking liner, and serving board

Instructions

Step 1 – Make the dough on the mat

    In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, yeast. Add warm water and honey, stir into a shaggy, very wet batter. Transfer directly to the AMYONE 10″ x 15″ mat​ and knead for 1 minute (it will be sticky — that’s correct). Cover with plastic wrap and let rest 20 minutes.

Step 2 – Stretch & fold (no flour needed)

    With oiled hands, grasp one side of the dough and fold it over the center, then the opposite side, then the two remaining sides. Do 2 sets of stretch-and-folds, 15 minutes apart. Because the mat is non-stick, the dough slides easily and you get gluten development without adding flour or fighting a counter.

Step 3 – First proof & stretch to the mat’s edge

    After the folds, cover the dough on the mat and let it rise in a warm place for 45–60 minutes until doubled. Then, using oiled fingertips, press and stretch the dough outward until it touches all four edges of the 10″ x 15″ mat. If it resists, wait 15 minutes and continue. Cover again and proof 2 hours, or refrigerate overnight for deeper flavor (bring to room temp 1 hour before baking).

Step 4 – Dimple, oil, and season

    Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) with a roasting pan on the bottom rack. Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil over the dough. Press your fingers straight down to create deep dimples all the way to the mat. Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning generously and flaky sea salt.

Step 5 – Bake on the same mat

    Place a cup of hot water into the roasting pan to create steam. Slide the entire mat onto a jelly roll pan. Bake 10 minutes, reduce to 425°F (220°C), bake 12–15 minutes until golden brown and edges are dark caramel. Let cool on the mat for 5 minutes, then lift the focaccia using a spatula — it releases perfectly.

Pro Tips

  • Overnight refrigerator proofing​ deepens the sourdough-like flavor while still being easy.
  • Don’t skip the oil on the mat​ — it’s what builds the crunchy, golden bottom.
  • If you don’t have everything bagel seasoning, mix equal parts sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried garlic, dried onion, and flaky salt.
  • Reheat leftovers​ in a dry pan or oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5–7 minutes — the crust comes back to life.

Frequently asked questions

My focaccia bottom is pale and soggy instead of golden and crispy. What went wrong?

Almost always it’s not enough oil under the dough. Your mat is non-stick, but oil also fries the bottom. Use at least 3 tablespoons of oil spread all the way to the mat’s edges before the final proof. Also, make sure the oven is ripping hot (450°F / 230°C) and bake on a lower rack for stronger bottom heat. If your jelly roll pan is dark metal, it helps crisping — if it’s light aluminum, the bottom will cook slower.

That’s the point of high-hydration focaccia — it should be wet. Use wet/oiled hands, not flour. With the AMYONE mat underneath, you never need to touch the counter. If the dough feels impossibly loose, do 2–3 stretch-and-folds during the first hour instead of just one. But don’t add extra flour — you’ll lose the open crumb.

The mat is designed specifically for a 10″ x 15″ pan. If your pan is a different size, place the mat on top of any flat baking sheet — the dough will spread to the mat’s 10×15 footprint, and you can bake it directly on the sheet (no need for the pan sides to be touching). But to get the famous crispy edges, you want the dough to touch a hot metal wall; so a jelly roll pan with raised edges works best.

Yes. Do the stretches and first proof, then refrigerate the dough on the mat overnight​ (up to 24 hours). The next day, let it sit at room temperature for 1 hour, then press, oil, season, and bake. This adds flavor and makes the whole process effortless on a busy morning.

It’s the same blend. In the US, you can find it in any grocery store in the spice aisle (like McCormick’s or Trader Joe’s). Or make your own: 1 tbsp sesame seeds + 1 tbsp poppy seeds + 1 tbsp dried minced garlic + 1 tbsp dried minced onion + 1 tsp flaky sea salt. Mix and store in a jar — it lasts for months.

Absolutely. The 10″ x 15″ jelly roll pan mat is perfect for sheet-pan dinners, roasted vegetables, baking cookies, making breadsticks, and even rolling out caramel apples. Because it’s heat-resistant and non-stick, it’s one of the most versatile mats in your kitchen — and it fits standard 10×15 jelly roll pans sold in every US store.