Focaccia Garden Bread
This Focaccia Garden Bread (also known as Focaccia Flowers) transforms soft, chewy focaccia into edible art! Topped with colorful cherry tomatoes and fresh herbs arranged like a blooming garden, this beautiful bread is perfect for holidays, brunches, or gifting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: ~45 minutes active
- Yield: 1 sheet pan (serves 6–8)
- Category: Bread, Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Focaccia dough (homemade or store-bought, enough for a sheet pan)
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Cherry tomatoes (mixed colors, halved)
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Fresh herbs (parsley, rosemary, chives, thyme, etc.)
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Olive oil (for drizzling)
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Flaky sea salt (for garnish)
Instructions
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Prepare focaccia dough according to recipe or package directions. Press into a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Let dough rise a second time, covered, for 20–30 minutes until puffy.
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Use halved cherry tomatoes to create flower “petals” and stems. Arrange herbs like parsley or rosemary to resemble leaves and vines.
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Drizzle the top generously with olive oil and sprinkle with flaky salt.
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Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown and the bottom sounds hollow when tapped.
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Let cool slightly, slice, and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
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Use a variety of vegetables (sliced bell peppers, red onions, olives) to add color and detail.
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Great as a centerpiece or edible gift during spring, Easter, or holidays.
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For extra flavor, infuse olive oil with garlic or herbs before drizzling.
Find it online: https://yumfoodusa.com/focaccia-garden-bread/