Garlic Rosemary Focaccia Muffins
Garlic Rosemary Focaccia Muffins are soft, aromatic, and perfect for savory snacks or meal sides. These muffins transform classic Italian focaccia into a portable, flavorful treat infused with fresh garlic and rosemary, offering comfort and sophistication in every bite.
- Author: Lina
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegan (can be gluten-free with flour substitution)
Dough Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 1/3 cups warm water (around 110°F / 43°C)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for greasing and drizzling
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
Herbs and Flavorings
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
Finishing
- Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
- Prepare the Yeast Mixture: Dissolve the active dry yeast and sugar in warm water and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy to activate the yeast.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt evenly.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the frothy yeast mixture and olive oil into the dry ingredients and stir until a sticky dough forms.
- Knead in Garlic and Rosemary: Gently fold the minced garlic and chopped rosemary into the dough to distribute the flavors.
- First Rise: Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Prepare Muffin Tins and Second Rise: Grease muffin tin wells with olive oil, divide the dough evenly into the tins, smooth the tops lightly, cover, and let rise for 20-30 minutes.
- Bake Until Golden: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18-22 minutes until muffins are golden brown and cooked through.
- Final Olive Oil Drizzle and Cooling: Brush tops with olive oil, sprinkle with flaky sea salt, and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh rosemary and garlic for the best flavor and aroma.
- Ensure the water is lukewarm to avoid killing the yeast.
- Keep kneading gentle and brief to maintain a soft, fluffy texture.
- Generously use olive oil for flavor and focaccia’s characteristic crust.
- Measuring flour by weight improves consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1.5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Garlic Rosemary Focaccia, focaccia muffins, Italian bread muffins, savory muffins, herb bread