Cherry De-Lite Rosemary Focaccia Bread
Nov 8th 2026
Ingredients
For the focaccia
For the finishing drizzle
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3 tablespoons Cherry De-Lite Cherry Vinaigrette
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1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil (optional, to mellow the dressing)
Fresh rosemary for garnish
Instructions
- Activate the yeast. In a large bowl, combine warm water, honey, and yeast. Let stand 5–10 minutes until foamy.
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Prepare the dough. Stir in flour, fine sea salt, and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Mix until a sticky dough forms. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 60–90 minutes, until doubled.
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Add the cherries and rosemary. Lightly oil a 9×13-inch baking pan. Transfer dough to the pan and gently stretch it toward the edges. Let rest 20–30 minutes. Preheat oven to 425°F. Drizzle remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil over the dough and press deep dimples with your fingertips. Gently press dried cherries and chopped rosemary into the surface, then sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
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Bake until golden. Bake for 22–28 minutes, until deeply golden brown and crisp around the edges. Let cool for 10 minutes.
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Add the Cherry De-Lite finishing touch! Whisk together Cherry De-Lite Cherry Vinaigrette and optional olive oil. Drizzle lightly over the warm focaccia just before serving, or serve alongside as a dipping sauce.
