Dessert

Baked Feta, Tomatoes & Garlic with Honey Drizzle and Herbed Focaccia Recipe

Name: Baked Feta, Tomatoes & Garlic with Honey Drizzle and Herbed Focaccia Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 pint cherry tomatoes; 3-4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 1 tbsp fresh oregano; 2 tsp crushed red peppers (divided); 1 pinch of salt; ⅓ cup high quality olive oil (plus more for drizzling); 1 tsp herbes de Provence; 1 block feta cheese; 1 focaccia loaf; Olive oil, for drizzling; Honey, to taste

ByMariam Harutyunyan August 27, 2026August 27, 2026

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Introduction

This baked feta with tomatoes and garlic is a wonderfully simple yet flavorful dish that brings Mediterranean vibes to your table. Creamy feta melts into sweet, roasted tomatoes with a touch of heat and fragrant herbs, perfect for dipping with warm focaccia bread. It’s an easy crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

A white oval dish filled with a roasted block of golden brown cheese at the center, surrounded by vibrant red, yellow, and orange roasted cherry tomatoes glistening with oil. The cheese has a textured, slightly charred surface, giving a rich and savory look. A knife with a cream-colored handle rests gently on top of the cheese, with its blade pointing towards the upper right. Behind the dish, several slices of focaccia bread topped with red chili flakes and herbs are stacked, showing a fluffy and soft texture. A small glass bowl with honey and a spoon is partially visible in the background, all placed on a white marbled surface photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 pint cherry tomatoes
3–4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced

1 tbsp fresh oregano
2 tsp crushed red peppers, divided

1 pinch of salt
⅓ cup high-quality olive oil, plus more for drizzling

1 tsp herbes de Provence
Honey, to taste
1 block feta cheese

1 focaccia loaf

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2: Carefully poke a small hole in each cherry tomato using the end of a knife. This prevents them from bursting while baking.

Step 3: In a baking dish, combine the tomatoes, sliced garlic, fresh oregano, 1 teaspoon crushed red peppers, and a pinch of salt. Pour in ⅓ cup olive oil and gently mix everything together.
Step 4: Place the block of feta cheese on top of the tomato mixture and drizzle with a little more olive oil.
Step 5: Bake for 45–50 minutes, occasionally basting the feta and tomatoes with the oils released during cooking to keep them moist.

Step 6: On a parchment-lined baking sheet, place the focaccia bread. Drizzle with olive oil and honey, then sprinkle evenly with the remaining 1 teaspoon crushed red peppers and herbes de Provence.
Step 7: About 15 minutes before the feta is done, add the prepared focaccia to the oven. Bake for 10–15 minutes or until the bread is golden and toasted.
Step 8: When everything is finished, drizzle the baked feta with a little more olive oil and honey. Slice the focaccia, and use it to scoop up the warm, flavorful feta and tomato mixture. Enjoy!

Tips & Variations

Use fresh oregano if possible for a more vibrant herb flavor; dried oregano also works in a pinch.
Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper to suit your preferred spice level.
Try adding a handful of olives or capers for an extra briny touch.

If you don’t have focaccia, crusty bread or pita also make great dippers.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave, taking care not to overcook the feta. The bread is best enjoyed fresh but can be warmed briefly before serving.

How to Serve

A white oval baking dish contains a single large block of golden brown baked cheese with a slightly crispy surface and some darker browned spots, sitting on a liquid base with small cherry tomatoes in red, yellow, and purple colors scattered around. The dish is placed on a white marbled surface with a wooden cutting board edge visible below. To the right side of the dish, a silver knife with a light cream handle rests partly in and over the dish, and next to it are slices of white bread showing a soft inside texture. In the background, there is a small white bowl with chili flakes and a small glass bowl with honey and a wooden honey brush. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of cheese?

Feta is ideal for this recipe because it melts beautifully while retaining some texture. You can experiment with halloumi or a firm goat cheese, but the flavor and melting qualities will differ.