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Garlic Rosemary Focaccia Muffins Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins

Description

These Garlic Rosemary Focaccia Muffins are a quick and delicious twist on classic focaccia bread. Made with store-bought pizza dough, infused with aromatic garlic and fresh rosemary, and baked to golden perfection in a muffin pan, these herby, crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside focaccia muffins are perfect for a cozy lunch or dinner. The recipe combines easy preparation with wonderfully fresh flavors and a pleasant rustic texture.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1.5 pounds store-bought pizza dough

Flavored Oil

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

Finishing

  • Flaky salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough: If time permits, place the pizza dough in a lightly greased bowl to come to room temperature. Using a bench scraper or sharp knife, cut the dough into 12 even slices. Avoid overworking the dough to maintain its airy texture.
  2. Oil the muffin pan: Pour 1 teaspoon of olive oil into each cup of a standard muffin pan to prevent sticking and add flavor.
  3. Shape the dough balls: Gently shape each piece of dough into a rough ball and place it into the oiled muffin pan cups, being careful not to deflate the air bubbles. Cover with a towel and let rest near the oven while preheating.
  4. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to create the optimal environment for the dough to rise and bake evenly.
  5. Prepare garlic and rosemary oil: Chop the garlic and rosemary. Heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Flick a drop of water to check if it sizzles, indicating it’s hot enough. Remove from heat and carefully add the chopped garlic and rosemary. Stir until sizzling stops to infuse the oil without burning the garlic.
  6. Apply the flavored oil: Generously spoon the garlic-rosemary oil over each dough ball in the muffin pan, ensuring all the oil is used for maximum flavor.
  7. Create dimples in the dough: Using two fingers, gently press into the dough balls to create dimples, which will help the garlic and rosemary adhere and add texture to the focaccia.
  8. Bake the muffins: Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for 14-16 minutes until golden brown and crispy on the outside. If the tops brown too quickly, loosely cover with foil to prevent burning.

Notes

  • Allowing the dough to come to room temperature before shaping helps achieve a better rise and softer texture.
  • Be gentle when handling the dough to keep the air bubbles intact, which contributes to the focaccia’s lightness.
  • If you do not have flaky salt, kosher salt or sea salt can be used as alternatives.
  • For a more intense garlic flavor, you can lightly roast the garlic before adding it to the oil, but avoid burning it as it will turn bitter.
  • Serve these focaccia muffins warm for best taste, paired with soups, salads, or as a side to your favorite Italian dishes.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

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