VEGAN GLUTEN FREE HERBED FOCACCIA

VEGAN GLUTEN FREE HERBED FOCACCIA
Herbed Oil Mixture
2 tbsp olive oil
3-4 cloves garlic, finely minced
1/4 tsp salt
3 drops YL basil+ oil
3 drops YL oregano+ oil
1/4 -1/2 tsp crushed red pepper (optional)

Batter Mixture
2 cups GF flour blend
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt

1 1/2 cups carbonated water
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup

Mix the herbed oil mixture first to allow the flavours to mingle. If you like a bit of heat, add the red pepper flakes, otherwise leave it out.
 In a large bowl, blend the flour, baking powder, and salt, then make a well in the center. 

In a smaller bowl, mix the carbonated water, 2 tbsp olive oil, and sweetener until blended well, then add it to the flour mixture and blend well. The batter should be like a thick paste.

Preheat oven to 425, cover a cookie sheet with parchment paper, spread the batter into a 12” x 9” rectangle shape about 1/2” thick.

Spread the herbed oil mixture over the batter and spread with a pastry brush. Push indents about an inch apart all over the top of the dough, using your fingers.
Bake for 20-22 minutes until golden brown. Serve while still warm.