Delicious and fluffy Garlic Rosemary Focaccia Muffins perfect for snacking or serving as a side.
Author:Alex Lee
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:1 hour 45 minutes
Yield:12 muffins 1x
Category:Baking
Method:Baking
Cuisine:Italian
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 1/4 cups (281g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 teaspoon instant or rapid-rise yeast
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 cup (240ml) lukewarm water (around 105-115°F)
1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil, plus more for greasing and drizzling
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped, plus more for garnish
Flaky sea salt, for topping
Instructions
Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, yeast, and salt. Add the lukewarm water and 1/4 cup of olive oil. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. If too sticky, add flour 1 tablespoon at a time.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled.
Infuse with Garlic and Rosemary: While the dough is rising, combine minced garlic and chopped rosemary in a small bowl.
Once the dough has doubled, punch it down. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and roll into a 12×18 inch rectangle.
Sprinkle the garlic rosemary mixture evenly over the dough. Gently press it in.
Starting from a long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log.
Shape and Proof the Muffins: Cut the log into 12 equal pieces.
Grease a 12-cup muffin tin generously with olive oil. Place one dough piece into each cup.
Cover and let proof in a warm place for 30-45 minutes, or until puffed up slightly.
Bake the Focaccia Muffins: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Once the muffins have proofed, remove the cover. Gently dimple the tops of the muffins.
Drizzle each muffin generously with olive oil. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and additional rosemary, if desired.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
Remove from oven and let cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Refresh in a low oven or toaster oven before serving.