Easy Focaccia Muffins Recipe

Introduction

These easy focaccia muffins transform frozen dinner rolls into a flavorful, bite-sized treat. Topped with olives, cherry tomatoes, and cheese, they’re perfect for a snack or party appetizer.

Ingredients

• 12 frozen dinner rolls
• Cherry tomatoes, sliced, to taste
• Black olives, sliced, to taste
• Green olives, sliced, to taste
• Feta cheese, crumbled, to taste
• 6 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese, to taste
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
• Dash of salt
• 12 teaspoons olive oil for drizzling before toppings

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place one frozen dinner roll into each muffin cup of an ungreased muffin tin.
2. Step 2: Cover the muffin tin with plastic wrap and let the dough rise at room temperature until doubled, about 6 hours or according to package instructions.
3. Step 3: Gently press down on each risen roll with your fingertips to create indents, mimicking focaccia bread.
4. Step 4: Drizzle about one teaspoon of olive oil over each roll, making sure the oil fills the indents.
5. Step 5: Top the rolls by filling the indents with sliced cherry tomatoes, black and green olives, crumbled feta, grated Parmesan, oregano, and a dash of salt.
6. Step 6: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
7. Step 7: Bake the rolls for 15–20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
8. Step 8: Let the muffins cool for a few minutes in the tin before transferring to a serving plate. Serve warm and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

• Feel free to swap the olives and cheeses for your favorite toppings like sun-dried tomatoes, caramelized onions, or fresh basil for different flavors.
• Use fresh dough if you prefer, adjusting the rising time accordingly.
• Brush the tops with garlic-infused olive oil for an extra layer of flavor.

Storage

Store leftover focaccia muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in a warm oven or toaster oven to regain a crispy texture. They can also be frozen after baking; thaw and warm before serving.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh dough instead of frozen dinner rolls?

Yes, fresh dough works well. Just allow enough time for it to rise until doubled before adding toppings and baking.

What if I don’t have a muffin tin?

You can shape the dough into small rounds on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, though the muffin tin helps achieve the classic focaccia muffin shape and depth for toppings.

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These Easy Focaccia Muffins are a delightful twist on traditional focaccia bread, using frozen dinner rolls as the base. Topped with cherry tomatoes, black and green olives, feta cheese, Parmesan, and oregano, these savory muffins are perfect for a snack or appetizer. The dough is allowed to rise in a muffin tin before being dimpled and drizzled with olive oil to mimic the classic focaccia texture, then baked to golden perfection.

• Author: nova
• Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus 6 hours rising time)
• Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
• Total Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
• Yield: 12 focaccia muffins 1x
• Category: Bread / Snack
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Italian
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Dough Base

• 12 frozen dinner rolls

Toppings

• Cherry tomatoes, sliced, to taste
• Black olives, sliced, to taste
• Green olives, sliced, to taste
• Feta cheese, crumbled, to taste
• 6 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
• Dash of salt

Other

• 12 teaspoons olive oil (for drizzling before toppings)

Instructions

1. Prepare the dough: Place one frozen dinner roll into each cup of an ungreased muffin tin. Cover the tin with plastic wrap and let the dough rise at room temperature until it doubles in size, approximately 6 hours or according to package instructions.
2. Create focaccia dimples: Once the dough has risen, gently press down on each risen roll with your fingertips to create several indents, mimicking the texture of traditional focaccia bread.
3. Drizzle with olive oil: Generously drizzle a teaspoon of olive oil over each roll, making sure the oil fills the indents on the dough’s surface.
4. Add toppings: Fill the dimples with sliced cherry tomatoes, black olives, green olives, crumbled feta cheese, grated Parmesan, sprinkle dried oregano, and add a dash of salt to each muffin.
5. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to fully preheat before baking.
6. Bake the muffins: Bake the focaccia muffins in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
7. Cool and serve: Let the muffins cool for a few minutes in the muffin tin before transferring them to a serving plate. Serve warm and enjoy the delicious, savory flavors.

Notes

• You can customize the toppings to your preference, adding ingredients like rosemary, caramelized onions, or sun-dried tomatoes.
• The rising time may vary depending on the brand and temperature; ensure the dough has doubled for best results.
• Use an ungreased muffin tin to help achieve a crispier bottom crust.
• For a vegan option, substitute feta and Parmesan with plant-based cheese alternatives.

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