Golden Crust Garlic Rosemary Focaccia Muffins Recipe
Try this Golden Crust Garlic Rosemary Focaccia Muffins Recipe—soft, airy muffins with garlic, rosemary, and olive oil, baked to golden perfection.
Equipment
- Muffin tin (12-cup preferred)
- Mixing bowls (one large, one medium)
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Wooden spoon or dough whisk
- Stand mixer (optional but helpful)
- Clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap
- Pastry brush
- Oven
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water not too hot
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil plus more for drizzling
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Flaky sea salt for topping
Instructions
Step 1: Activate the Yeast
- In a medium bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5–10 minutes until it becomes foamy. This means your yeast is alive and ready to work.
Step 2: Make the Dough
- In a large mixing bowl, add flour and salt. Pour in the yeast mixture along with olive oil. Mix everything until a sticky dough forms.
Step 3: Knead the Dough
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. If using a stand mixer, knead on medium speed for about 5–6 minutes.
Step 4: First Rise
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover with a towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Step 5: Prepare the Flavor
- In a small bowl, mix minced garlic, chopped rosemary, black pepper, and a bit of olive oil.
Step 6: Shape into Muffins
- Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Place each piece into a greased muffin tin.
Step 7: Second Rise
- Cover and let the dough rise again for 30 minutes. It should puff up nicely.
Step 8: Add Toppings
- Using your fingers, gently dimple the tops of each muffin. Spoon the garlic rosemary mixture over each one. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle flaky sea salt.
Step 9: Bake
- Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for 20–22 minutes, or until golden brown.
Step 10: Cool and Serve
- Let them cool slightly before removing from the pan. Serve warm for the best flavor.