Can I make the dough overnight?

Yes. Let it rise slowly in the refrigerator, then bring it toward room temperature before stretching.

Can I use canned corn?

Yes. Drain it well and pat dry before topping the dough.

Why is my focaccia pale?

It may need a darker pan, more oil, or a few extra minutes in the oven.

Can I freeze focaccia?

Yes. Freeze slices and reheat in the oven until warm.

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Sweet Corn Honey Butter Focaccia

Name: Sweet Corn Honey Butter Focaccia
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 24 min
Total time: 44 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Ingredients: 3 cups bread flour; 2 teaspoons instant yeast; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 1/2 cups warm water; 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 cup fresh or thawed corn kernels; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves; 2 tablespoons melted butter; 1 tablespoon honey; Flaky salt, for topping

By Beginnerbakes Test KitchenReviewed by Beginnerbakes Editorial TeamPublished Jun 28, 2026

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Sweet Corn Honey Butter Focaccia is a beginner-friendly no-knead bread with golden dimples, juicy corn, thyme, and a glossy honey butter finish.

Prep 20 min

Cook 24 min

Total 44 min

Servings 12

Difficulty easy

Cuisine Italian-Inspired

Ingredients

Servings 12

3 cups bread flour
2 teaspoons instant yeast
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 1/2 cups warm water
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 cup fresh or thawed corn kernels
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 tablespoon honey
Flaky salt, for topping

Ingredients for Sweet Corn Honey Butter Focaccia

Instructions

Stir flour, yeast, kosher salt, warm water, and 1 tablespoon olive oil into a sticky dough.
Cover and let rise until puffy and doubled, about 1 1/2 hours.
Oil a 9-by-13-inch pan and stretch the dough into it. Rest 20 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Dimple the dough with oiled fingers, then top with corn, thyme, remaining olive oil, and flaky salt.
Bake for 22 to 24 minutes, until deeply golden. Brush with melted honey butter while warm.

Sweet Corn Honey Butter Focaccia process image

Tips

Equipment Needed

Use a large mixing bowl, a 9-by-13-inch metal pan, measuring cups, and a rubber spatula. A metal pan browns the bottom better than glass.

Ingredient Prep Notes

The dough should be sticky, so oil your fingers before dimpling instead of adding extra flour. Pat the corn dry so it roasts instead of steaming on top.

Oven Note

Bake on the center rack until the top and edges are golden brown. If the top browns too quickly, move the pan down one rack for the final minutes.

Easy Upgrade Ideas

Add grated parmesan, sliced jalapeno, or black pepper before baking. Serve warm with extra honey butter for a sweeter brunch-style bread.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make the dough overnight?: Yes. Let it rise slowly in the refrigerator, then bring it toward room temperature before stretching.
Can I use canned corn?: Yes. Drain it well and pat dry before topping the dough.
Why is my focaccia pale?: It may need a darker pan, more oil, or a few extra minutes in the oven.
Can I freeze focaccia?: Yes. Freeze slices and reheat in the oven until warm.

Ingredient Replacements

Use all-purpose flour if bread flour is unavailable, though the crumb will be softer. Frozen corn works if thawed and patted dry. Rosemary or chives can replace thyme.

Storage and Reheating

Store covered at room temperature for 1 day or refrigerate for up to 4 days. Reheat slices at 325 degrees F until warm.

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