Garlic Rosemary Focaccia Muffins (Printable)

Herb-infused focaccia muffins with roasted garlic and olive oil, golden tops sprinkled with rosemary and flaky salt.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dough

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 cup bread flour
03 - 1 packet (7 g) instant yeast
04 - 1 teaspoon sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
06 - 1 cup lukewarm water
07 - 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

→ Flavorings and Finish

08 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
10 - 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt
11 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, bread flour, instant yeast, sugar, and fine sea salt.
02 - Pour in the lukewarm water and 1/4 cup olive oil. Mix thoroughly with a wooden spoon or dough hook until a sticky dough forms.
03 - Stir in the minced garlic and chopped fresh rosemary evenly throughout the dough.
04 - Cover the bowl tightly and set the dough in a warm, draft-free location to rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in volume.
05 - Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin.
06 - Divide the raised dough evenly among the prepared muffin cups using oiled hands or a scoop, as the dough is sticky.
07 - Brush the surfaces with 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil. Sprinkle each muffin with flaky sea salt and additional rosemary if desired.
08 - Transfer the muffin tin to the center rack and bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until golden brown and set through.
09 - Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then remove to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The crisp edges give way to a fluffy, fragrant center in every muffin—a treat you may not want to share.
  • They're as fitting for lazy brunches as they are for soaking up the last drops of soup, making them my standby for any occasion.
02 -
  • The dough will be wetter and stickier than typical bread—resist the urge to add extra flour or you’ll lose their signature fluffiness.
  • If you forget to oil your hands, the dough will cling everywhere, so keep a small bowl of oil nearby for easy handling.
03 -
  • Weigh your flour for accuracy—measuring by cup often leads to dry dough.
  • Cover rising dough with a damp towel rather than plastic to prevent crusts from forming.

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