Garlic Rosemary Focaccia Muffins

Abby Marlow

These Garlic Rosemary Focaccia Muffins deliver bakery-style flavor in a simple, beginner-friendly way. With aromatic rosemary and garlic, plus golden olive oil, each muffin is soft, fluffy, and delicious. Perfect for snacks, lunch, or pairing with soups—this recipe makes focaccia easy for anyone to master!

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 20

Total Time 40

Course Bread, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine American, Italian

Servings 12 muffins

Calories 160 kcal

Ingredients

2 1/4 teaspoons 1 packet active dry yeast
1 cup warm water about 110°F/43°C
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup olive oil plus extra for drizzling
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary chopped (plus extra for garnish)
3 cloves garlic minced
Flaky sea salt for topping

Instructions

In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir and let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, garlic powder, and rosemary. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir to form a shaggy dough.
Turn dough onto a floured surface. Knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour, until doubled.
Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin. Divide dough into 12 balls, place one in each cup.
Dimple tops with your fingers. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with minced garlic, rosemary, and flaky sea salt.
Cover and let rise 20–30 minutes. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Bake muffins for 18–20 minutes, until golden. Cool slightly, drizzle with more olive oil, and garnish if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, add grated Parmesan on top before baking. If you love spice, mix in a pinch of red pepper flakes with the dough—these Garlic Rosemary Focaccia Muffins are easily customizable!

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