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Easy Garlic Rosemary Focaccia Muffins Recipe

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These Easy Garlic Rosemary Focaccia Muffins are a flavorful twist on classic focaccia bread, baked conveniently in a muffin pan. Soft, airy, and infused with fragrant garlic and fresh rosemary, they are perfect as a side or snack. This recipe uses store-bought pizza dough for simplicity, making it quick and accessible for home bakers.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

Focaccia Dough

  • 1.5 pounds store-bought pizza dough

Garlic Rosemary Oil

  • 1/2 scant cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 8 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 4 sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves removed and chopped
  • Flaky salt, for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: If time allows, place the pizza dough in a lightly greased bowl and allow it to come to room temperature. Using a bench scraper or a sharp knife, cut the dough ball into 12 even slices. They do not have to be perfect. Avoid overworking the dough.
  2. Oil the Muffin Pan: In a standard muffin pan, pour 1 teaspoon of olive oil into each muffin cup to prevent sticking and add flavor.
  3. Shape and Rest Dough: Gently shape each piece of dough into a rough ball and place it into the oiled muffin pan, being careful not to deflate the air bubbles. Cover the pan with a towel and let it rest near the oven while you preheat it to 400°F (200°C). The warmth will help the dough rise further.
  4. Prepare Garlic Rosemary Oil: While the dough rests, chop the garlic and rosemary leaves finely and set aside.
  5. Infuse Olive Oil: Heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Test the oil’s temperature by flicking a drop of water in; if it sizzles, it’s ready. Remove from heat immediately and carefully add the chopped garlic and rosemary. Stir until the sizzling subsides to prevent burning.
  6. Add Oil to Dough: Spoon a generous amount of the infused garlic rosemary oil onto each dough ball, using all of it to coat and flavor the tops thoroughly.
  7. Create Dimples: Using two fingers, press into the dough surface to create dimples, which help the garlic and rosemary adhere and give the focaccia its classic texture.
  8. Bake: Bake the focaccia muffins for 14-16 minutes at 400°F until golden brown. If the tops brown too quickly, loosely cover with foil to prevent burning.

Notes

  • You can substitute fresh rosemary with dried, but reduce quantity by half.
  • Allowing the dough to come to room temperature helps with better rising and texture.
  • Use flaky salt to sprinkle on top after baking if desired.
  • These muffins are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
  • Reheat in a toaster oven or conventional oven to restore crispness.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 16 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://monicarecipes.com/easy-garlic-rosemary-focaccia-muffins-recipe/