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Easy homemade focaccia bread decorated with cherry tomato flowers and fresh parsley, baked until golden brown and fluffy.

Flower Focaccia Bread Recipe (Easy, Beautiful & Beginner-Friendly)

This Flower Focaccia Bread Recipe combines everything we love about homemade bread: a soft and airy texture, a crispy olive oil crust, and a stunning garden-inspired design that's almost too pretty to eat. Whether you're baking for your family, hosting friends, or looking for a creative weekend baking project, this easy focaccia recipe is guaranteed to impress.
The best part? You don't need any special skills. Even first-time bread bakers can create this beautiful edible masterpiece.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Course Bread, Side Dish
Cuisine Italian-inspired
Servings 12 slices
Calories 170 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Dough

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ¼ tsp instant yeast
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 1 ½ tsp salt
  • 1 ¾ cups warm water
  • 3 tbs olive oil

For the Topping

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp flaky sea salt
  • 1 tsp rosemary

For Decoration

  • Cherry tomatoes
  • Fresh parsley

Instructions
 

  • Mix flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
  • Add warm water and olive oil.
  • Stir until a sticky dough forms.
  • Cover and let rise for 1–2 hours.
  • Transfer to an oiled baking pan.
  • Let rest for 20–30 minutes.
  • Dimple the dough with your fingertips.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with rosemary and sea salt.
  • Create flower shapes using cherry tomatoes and parsley.
  • Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 minutes.
  • Cool slightly and serve.

Notes

Please note: The nutritional information provided is an estimate, calculated using an online nutrition calculator.
 
Nutritional Facts/slice:
Calories: 170 kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Sodium: 280mg
 
Nutritional values are estimates and may vary depending on toppings used.