Easy Garlic Rosemary Focaccia Muffins Recipe
Delicious and easy-to-make garlic rosemary focaccia muffins with a crispy golden crust and soft, fluffy interior, perfect for a snack or accompaniment to meals.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Bread, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Yeast Mixture
- 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast (or active dry yeast)
- 1 cup warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 1 tablespoon honey (or sugar)
Dough
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup olive oil (extra virgin), plus more for drizzling
Topping
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon sea salt (flaky or coarse)
- Activate Yeast: In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast and honey in warm water. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, or until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
- Make Dough: Add the flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until a sticky dough forms. Cover the bowl with a kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for 45–60 minutes, or until doubled in size.
- Prep Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Shape Muffins: Once the dough has risen, spoon it evenly into the greased muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full to allow room for rising during baking.
- Add Toppings: Drizzle a generous amount of olive oil over the tops of the muffins. Sprinkle with chopped rosemary, minced garlic, and flaky sea salt for flavor and texture.
- Bake: Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the edges are crisp. Rotate the pan halfway through baking for even cooking.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool slightly in the tin before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature, plain or with dips like olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage to keep them fresh.
Notes
- Use warm water around 110°F (43°C) to activate the yeast effectively without killing it.
- Ensure the dough rises in a warm, draft-free place for best results.
- To enhance flavor, fresh rosemary is preferred over dried.
- The muffins can be enjoyed plain or served with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, or your favorite dip.
- Leftover muffins freeze well; thaw at room temperature before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Easy Bread Recipe, Focaccia Muffins, Garlic Rosemary Bread, Savory Muffins