Holiday Focaccia Wreath with Olives and Rosemary
Celebrate the holidays with this beautiful focaccia wreath topped with olives and fragrant rosemary, perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
Dough
- 3 cups Bread flour
- 1 packet Active dry yeast
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup Warm water (about 110°F / 43°C)
Toppings
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives (pitted and sliced)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Coarse sea salt
Instructions
- Mix warm water, yeast, and a pinch of sugar; let sit until frothy, about 5 minutes.
- Combine flour, salt, olive oil, and the yeast mixture; knead until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Punch down the dough and shape into a wreath on a baking sheet.
- Press olives and rosemary into the dough, sprinkle with sea salt, and let rest for 10 minutes.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
For extra flavor, brush the wreath with olive oil before baking.