Herby Bread Bites (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
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3/4 cup of good olive oil, almost a full cup
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1.5 pounds of ready-made pizza dough
→ Flavoring
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A few sprigs of rosemary, finely chopped
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Some flaky salt, a couple handfuls
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8 garlic cloves, minced well
# Instructions:
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Lightly grease a bowl and set the dough in it to warm up to room temp. Divide it into 12 equal pieces using a sharp knife or dough cutter. Keep the dough soft and airy by handling it as little as possible.
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Pour a teaspoon of olive oil into each slot of a muffin tin, spreading it around to coat evenly.
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Gently roll each dough piece into a loose ball and place it in the oiled muffin tin sections. Cover with a towel and let it sit nearby while you preheat the oven to 400°F.
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Pour the leftover olive oil into a small skillet and heat it over medium. When it’s just hot enough to sizzle with a splash of water, turn off the heat and stir in the rosemary and garlic. Let it cool slightly as you stir.
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Drizzle the infused herb oil over the dough balls, ensuring they’re well-coated. Use your fingers to create small dimples in the surface so the toppings stick. Sprinkle everything with flaky salt on top.
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Pop the muffin tray into the oven and bake at 400°F for 14–16 minutes. If they seem to brown too quickly, loosely cover with foil.
# Notes:
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Fresh pizza dough is often sold in grocery stores’ refrigerated bakery section.
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Overworking dough can knock out too much air, so stay light-handed for a fluffier texture.
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Letting the dough rest before cooking brings out better flavor and texture.