Description
These Easy and Delicious Garlic Knots are soft, buttery, and full of flavor, made with simple pizza dough and brushed with a garlic herb butter. Perfect as a side, appetizer, or snack for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tsp dried parsley)
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Divide pizza dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope and tie into a knot, tucking ends underneath.
- Place knots on the prepared baking sheet and let rest for 10–15 minutes.
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter, garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, and salt.
- Brush knots with half of the garlic butter mixture.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from oven and immediately brush with the remaining garlic butter. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if using.
- Serve warm with marinara or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Use crescent roll dough or biscuit dough as a shortcut.
- For extra cheesy knots, sprinkle mozzarella before baking.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven or air fryer to crisp up.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 garlic knot
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg