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Garlic Rosemary Focaccia Muffins

Golden-brown focaccia muffins with roasted garlic, fresh rosemary, and olive oil - perfect savory bread for any meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Bread, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 195

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1.5 tsp salt
  • 1.25 cups warm water 105-110°F
  • 0.33 cup extra virgin olive oil plus more for brushing
Toppings
  • 4-6 garlic cloves roasted
  • 3 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped
  • flaky sea salt for topping
  • additional olive oil for drizzling

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • 12-cup muffin tin
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wire cooling rack

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water (105-110°F), sugar, and active dry yeast. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add flour, salt, and ⅓ cup olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until a sticky, wet dough forms.
  3. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
  4. Meanwhile, wrap garlic cloves in foil with olive oil and roast at 375°F for 25-30 minutes until soft and golden.
  5. Preheat oven to 400°F. Generously grease a 12-cup muffin tin with olive oil.
  6. Gently deflate dough and divide evenly among muffin cups, filling each two-thirds full.
  7. Let rest for 15-20 minutes. Use fingertips to press deep dimples into each muffin top.
  8. Brush tops generously with olive oil. Press roasted garlic and rosemary into each muffin, then sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
  9. Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown and crispy on edges.
  10. Remove from oven and drizzle with additional olive oil while hot. Cool in pan 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack.

Notes

Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in 350°F oven for best texture. Can substitute dried rosemary (use 1 tablespoon) if fresh is unavailable.