Description
These fluffy focaccia muffins are soft, airy, and rich with olive oil flavor. Perfect as a savory snack, appetizer, or side, they’re made in muffin tins for easy, single-serve portions. Ideal for brunch, soup pairings, or meal prepping. Discover the best focaccia muffin recipe with simple ingredients and an irresistibly golden crust.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup warm water
2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
½ teaspoon sugar
¾ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
Toppings of choice: rosemary, cherry tomatoes, shredded parmesan, flaky sea salt
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–7 minutes until foamy.
2. Add flour, salt, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
3. Knead for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Cover and let rise for 45–60 minutes, or until doubled in size.
5. Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with olive oil. Divide dough evenly, filling halfway.
6. Let rise again for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400°F.
7. Top with desired toppings like rosemary, cherry tomatoes, or parmesan.
8. Bake for 18–20 minutes until golden brown and crisp on the edges.
9. Let cool for a few minutes before serving warm.
Notes
Use bread flour for a chewier muffin texture.
Freeze leftovers and reheat in the oven for best results.
Try mixing toppings—olive, caramelized onions, and herbs are all fantastic.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg