Roasted Garlic Sourdough Focaccia Bread

 

Craving something a little fancier but still rustic and farm-table worthy? This focaccia recipe starts with our Sumner Acre Easy Sourdough Loaf Dough and takes it to a whole new level with roasted garlic, juicy cherry tomatoes, feta, and basil.

If you’ve already made our basic dough and it’s been resting overnight in the fridge, you’re just a few steps away from warm, golden-brown focaccia bliss.

🍞 (Click here for the dough recipe) 

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This Roasted Garlic Sourdough Focaccia is:

• A delicious upgrade to your usual loaf

• Packed with savory, garden-fresh flavor

• Easy to customize with your favorite toppings

• Impressive enough to bring to any dinner party or serve on the porch with a glass of wine

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• 2 large heads roasted garlic, chopped – Sweet, soft, and full of flavor

• 1/4 cup olive oil – For the bottom of the pan and added richness

• 4 oz cherry tomatoes, halved – Add color and juiciness

• 6 fresh basil leaves, chopped – Optional but bright and fresh

• Feta cheese, crumbled – Use as much as you like!

💡 Tip: Want a garlic hack? Try our No-Foil Roasted Garlic trick! (Click Here to read)

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Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F.

Step 2: In a baking dish, pour olive oil to coat the bottom.

Step 3: Turn out your sourdough from the fridge into the dish. Press it out flat with your hands and flip it so the oiled side is now up.

Step 4: Use your fingers to dimple the surface.

Step 5: Top the dough with chopped roasted garlic, halved cherry tomatoes, feta, and basil — use as much or little as you like.

Step 6: Bake for 30 minutes, or until golden brown and the edges are firm.

Step 7: Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool another 20 minutes.

Step 8: Slice, serve, and enjoy!

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Storage: Store leftovers wrapped in parchment or in an airtight container at room temp for 1–2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Toast to reheat!

Variations:

• Swap feta for goat cheese or parmesan

• Add olives, red onion, or chili flakes

• Make it sweet-savory with a drizzle of honey over the roasted garlic

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This focaccia is perfect with:

• A big bowl of tomato soup

• Farm-fresh salad and grilled veggies

• Charcuterie boards or picnics

Serve it warm or room temp — it’s farmhouse fancy without the fuss.

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Can I make this without sourdough dough?
Yes — but our sourdough base gives unbeatable flavor and chew.

What’s the best pan to use?
A metal or glass baking dish, about 9x13" works great.

Do I need to oil the dough again before baking?
Nope! Flipping it in the oiled pan does the trick.

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Want to impress your friends or just treat yourself? Try this focaccia twist and tag me @sumneracre on Instagram or leave a comment below. (click my user name to be taken to Instagram!)

🧺 Need a starter to begin your dough journey? Snag a piece of our 30+ year old dehydrated sourdough starter from Etsy and get baking.

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