How to Make Garden Focaccia – Vegan Art Bread That’s Beautiful & Delicious
Learn how to make a stunning vegan garden focaccia topped with herbs and veggies. This easy art bread is perfect for spring picnics or festive tables.
Servings: 4 focaccias
Calories: 375kcal
Cost: €0.80
Ingredients
For the Yeast:
- 1 1/4 cups warm water not hot
- 1/2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 packet 7g dry yeast
For the Dough:
- 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour approx. 400g
- 2/3 cup semolina flour
- 1 tsp salt
For Decorating:
- 2 tbsp olive oil for brushing
- Cherry tomatoes
- Fresh rosemary
- Bell pepper cut into flower shapes or strips
- Spring onion sliced into stems/leaves
Instructions
Step 1: Activate the Yeast
- In a medium bowl, mix the warm water with sugar and flour. Add the yeast, stir, and let sit for 10 minutes until bubbly.
- Step 2: Make the Dough
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, semolina flour, and salt. Pour in the yeast mixture and stir until a soft dough forms.
Step 3: First Rise
- Cover the bowl with a kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes or until doubled in size.
Step 4: Shape the Focaccias
- Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F). Divide the dough into four equal parts and shape each into a round or oval loaf. Place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Step 5: Add the Art
- Brush each loaf with olive oil. Decorate with cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, rosemary, and spring onions to create garden scenes.
Step 6: Bake
- Bake for 18–20 minutes or until the focaccias are golden brown and crisp on the outside.