Description
These Easy Garlic Rosemary Focaccia Muffins are a quick and delicious twist on classic focaccia bread. With fragrant rosemary, savory garlic, and a soft, pillowy texture, these muffins are the perfect side to any meal. They’re buttery, herb-infused, and incredibly easy to make, offering all the flavors of focaccia in individual, muffin-sized portions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons dried rosemary (or 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup whole milk (or buttermilk for extra flavor)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for drizzling)
- Extra rosemary and sea salt (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven and Prepare Muffin Tin:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Combine the Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, dried rosemary, and minced garlic.
- Add the Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, milk, and egg until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; it’s okay if the batter is a little lumpy.
- Fill the Muffin Tin:
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
- Top the Muffins:
- Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over the top of each muffin, and sprinkle with a little extra rosemary and sea salt for flavor and texture.
- Bake:
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Serve:
- Let the muffins cool for a few minutes in the pan, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool slightly.
- Serve warm as a side to your favorite dishes, or enjoy as a snack.
- Enjoy:
- These muffins are best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. You can reheat them in the microwave for a few seconds to enjoy the warmth.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can substitute buttermilk for regular milk.
- Feel free to add grated Parmesan cheese to the batter or sprinkle it on top before baking for an extra cheesy, savory touch.
- For a more intense garlic flavor, roast the garlic beforehand and add it to the batter instead of raw garlic.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Bread, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (based on 12 muffins)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg