🧄🌿 Garlic Rosemary Focaccia Muffins – Soft, Savory & Bakery-Style Good

 

All the cozy flavor of focaccia, baked into fluffy, golden muffins! These garlic-rosemary focaccia muffins are perfect alongside soups, pastas, or just warm with a swipe of butter.

ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tbsp sugar

• 2 tsp instant yeast

• 1 tsp salt

• 3/4 cup warm water (about 110°F)

• 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for greasing

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped

• Flaky sea salt, for topping

optional add-ins

• Grated Parmesan cheese

• Caramelized onions

directions:

make the dough

In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.

Add warm water and olive oil. Stir until a sticky dough forms.

first rise

Cover and let rise in a warm spot for 30–40 minutes, until doubled.

prep the pan

Generously oil a muffin tin. Spoon dough evenly into each cup (about 3/4 full).

flavor & dimple

Drizzle tops with olive oil.

Use your fingers to gently dimple the dough.

Sprinkle with garlic, rosemary, flaky salt, and any optional add-ins.

second rise

Let muffins rest 15 minutes while oven preheats.

bake

Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).

Bake 18–22 minutes until golden brown and crisp on top.

serve

Brush warm muffins with a little extra olive oil or melted butter before serving.

tips:

• Use fresh rosemary for the best aroma

• Serve warm for peak focaccia vibes

• These freeze beautifully — just reheat and enjoy

prep time: 15 mins | rise time: 45–55 mins | bake time: 18–22 mins

makes: 12 muffins