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Fluffy Garlic Rosemary Focaccia Muffins

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These fluffy garlic rosemary focaccia muffins offer a pillowy, herb-infused crumb with a golden crust, perfect for cozy baking days and savory snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons (7g) active dry yeast
  • 1 ¼ cups (300ml) warm water (around 110°F / 43°C)
  • 5 tablespoons (75ml) extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 3 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon (4g) sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons (9g) fine sea salt
  • Coarse sea salt for sprinkling on top (optional)

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Mix the dough: Add flour, salt, minced garlic, and chopped rosemary to the yeast mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough forms. Pour in 3 tablespoons olive oil and mix until incorporated.
  3. Knead the dough: Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add a little flour if sticky, but avoid overdoing it.
  4. First rise: Lightly oil the mixing bowl, place dough inside, cover with kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
  5. Prepare muffin tin: Generously grease muffin cups with olive oil.
  6. Shape muffins: Punch down dough, divide into 12 equal pieces (~2 ounces or 56g each), shape into balls, and place into muffin cups.
  7. Second rise and dimpling: Cover loosely and let rest for 20-30 minutes. Press dimples about ½ inch deep into each muffin top, brush with olive oil, and sprinkle coarse sea salt.
  8. Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake muffins for 18-22 minutes, rotating pan halfway through, until deep golden and crusty.
  9. Cool and serve: Let muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Ensure yeast is properly activated and bubbly before mixing dough. Knead dough until elastic but slightly tacky. Press dimples before second rise to trap olive oil and herbs. Rotate pan halfway through baking for even browning. Muffins can be frozen individually and reheated at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.

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