Mediterranean Focaccia Wreath with Olives & Rosemary
Light, fluffy, olive oil–rich focaccia shaped into a wreath and topped with rosemary, mixed olives, cherry tomatoes, and flaky salt. Beautiful AND delicious
⏱ Time
Prep: 15 minutes
Rise Time: 1 hour
Bake: 22–25 minutes
Total: ~1 hour 40 minutes
📝 Ingredients
For the Dough
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup warm water (not hot)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp sugar or honey
1 tsp salt
2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) instant yeast
For the Topping
2–3 tbsp olive oil
Fresh rosemary sprigs
A handful of mixed olives (green & black)
6–8 cherry tomatoes (optional, for decoration)
1 tbsp fresh thyme or oregano
Flaky sea salt
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Make the dough
1. In a bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5 minutes.
2. Add flour, salt, and olive oil.
3. Mix and knead (by hand 5 minutes) until soft and smooth.
4. Cover and let rise 1 hour until doubled.
2. Shape into a wreath
1. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. Place dough on it and gently press into a large ring or donut shap.
3. Use your fingers to make signature focaccia dimples.
4. Brush generously with olive oil.
3. Decorate
Press toppings gently into the dough:
- Rosemary sprigs arrangd like “greenery”
- Olives arranged like little ornaments
- Cherry tomatoes as “berries”
- Sprinkle thyme/oregano
- Finish with flaky sea salt
Make it look like a pretty Christmas/middle eastern herb wreath!
4. Bake
Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
Bake 22–25 minutes, until golden and aromatic.
5. Serve
Let cool for 10 minutes, then drizzle with a little extra olive oil.
Serve with:
- Olive tapenade
- Labneh
- Hummus
- Olive oil + balsamic dip
- Feta spread
💡 Tips & Notes
Add sliced red onions for extra color and sweetness.
You can add garlic slices for aroma.
The dough can rise overnight in the fridge for more flavor.
Use pitted olives so they don’t harden in the oven.
❓ Frequently asked questions FAQ
Q: Can I make this ahead?
Yes — shape the wreath, refrigerate overnight, bake fresh in the morning.
Q: Can I use whole-wheat flour?
Use 1 cup whole-wheat + rest all-purpose for softness.
Q: Can I decorate after baking?
Yes — add fresh rosemary and olives for a greener look.
ℹ️ Nutritional Information
Calories: 260–310
Carbohydrates: 36–42g
Protein: 5–6g
Fat: 10–14g
Sodium: 350–450mg