Rosemary Garlic Focaccia Muffins Recipe
These Rosemary Garlic Focaccia Muffins are a delightful twist on traditional focaccia bread, baked in muffin tins for individual servings. Infused with fresh rosemary and garlic, and topped with a buttery herb mixture and optional flaky sea salt, they make a perfect savory snack or accompaniment to any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Flavorings
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Optional: flaky sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is active.
- Form the dough: Add the all-purpose flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Mix thoroughly until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough: Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic, ensuring good gluten development.
- First rise: Place the dough back into the bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
- Preheat oven and prepare muffin tin: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin tin to prevent sticking.
- Shape muffins: Punch down the risen dough to release air. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions, shaping each portion into a round ball, and place them into the prepared muffin tin.
- Prepare garlic herb butter: In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, and freshly cracked black pepper.
- Brush and second rise: Brush the garlic herb butter mixture generously over the tops of each dough ball. Let the dough rise again for another 20 minutes, allowing the muffins to puff up.
- Add topping: Optionally, sprinkle flaky sea salt on top of the risen dough balls to add texture and enhance flavor.
- Bake: Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they turn golden brown on top.
- Cool and serve: Let the focaccia muffins cool slightly before removing from the tin. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use warm water (not hot) to activate the yeast properly without killing it.
- Ensure the dough rises in a warm, draft-free area for best results.
- If you prefer a stronger garlic flavor, you can add extra minced garlic to the butter mixture.
- Flaky sea salt is optional but adds a nice crunch and flavor contrast on top.
- These focaccia muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheated before serving.
Keywords: Rosemary Garlic Focaccia, Focaccia Muffins, Italian Bread, Savory Bread, Herb Bread
