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Easy Tomato Basil Focaccia bread

This focaccia bread topped with vine tomatoes, fresh basil and basil oil is delicious and perfect served as a side dish or part of a cheese board.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Additional Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 50 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 254 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Bread
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • Focaccia dough
  • 250 g (½lb) cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup fresh basil
  • 4 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

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  1. Prepare the dough according to recipe instructions. 
  2. Spray a deep baking dish with nonstick cooking spray then add 3 tbsp oil.
  3. I prefer using a deeper dish because I like a fluffier baked bread. If you want to keep it traditional, use a rimmed sheet pan.
  4. Tip the dough into the pan, trying not to disturb it too much. With oiled fingers, press into the dough, spreading it into the corners and creating a dimpled appearance.
  5. If the dough feels tight at all, leave it for 10 minutes then try again. Allow to stand for 30 minutes while you preheat the oven.
  6. Blend ½ cup basil and olive oil until smooth then pour through a sieve (optional).
  7. Add the cherry tomatoes, basil oil and fresh basil leaves then season the bread generously with flaky sea salt.
  8. Place in the oven and bake for 30-40 minute or until the bread is golden brown and crisp on the outside and sounds hollow when tapped.
  9. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for a few minutes then remove and allow to cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Information

Calories 254kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 30g (10%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 2mg (0%) Potassium 51mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 207IU (4%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 6mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 254

% Daily Value*

Calories 254kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 30g 10%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 2mg 0%
Potassium 51mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 207IU 4%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 6mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.