Garlic Rosemary Focaccia Muffins (Printable Version)

Fluffy individual focaccia muffins topped with fragrant rosemary and savory roasted garlic, perfect for any occasion.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dough

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 cup warm water (240 ml)
03 - 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (7 g)
04 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
05 - 1 tsp sugar
06 - 1 tsp sea salt

→ Flavorings & Toppings

07 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped plus extra for garnish
09 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil for drizzling
10 - Flaky sea salt to taste
11 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

# Directions:

01 - Dissolve sugar in warm water in a large bowl. Sprinkle yeast on top and let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
02 - Add flour, sea salt, and 2 tbsp olive oil to the yeast mixture. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
03 - Stir minced garlic and chopped rosemary into the dough until evenly distributed.
04 - Knead dough on a lightly floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
05 - Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 45 minutes until doubled in size.
06 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with olive oil.
07 - Punch down dough and divide evenly among the muffin cups.
08 - Drizzle each muffin with olive oil, sprinkle with flaky sea salt, black pepper, and extra rosemary.
09 - Cover and let rise in the tin for 10-15 minutes.
10 - Bake for 20-22 minutes until golden brown.
11 - Cool for a few minutes before serving warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • These muffins bake faster than traditional focaccia and portion out beautifully for gatherings
  • The combination of roasted garlic and fresh rosemary creates an aroma that fills your entire home
  • They are incredibly forgiving and perfect for beginner bakers who want impressive results
02 -
  • Resist the urge to add too much flour during kneading because some stickiness is normal and necessary for tender muffins
  • Letting the dough rise in a slightly warm oven with just the light on creates the perfect proofing environment
  • These muffins are best served warm but they reheat beautifully in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes
03 -
  • Use an ice cream scoop to divide the dough evenly and keep your hands clean
  • Let the muffins cool in the pan for just 5 minutes before removing to preserve their shape
  • Brush the tops with a little more olive oil right after baking for extra shine and flavor

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