Easy and Delicious Garlic Knots
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of homemade garlic knots with this Easy and Delicious Garlic Knots Recipe. These delightful, fluffy knots are infused with buttery garlic flavor and make for an ideal appetizer or side dish at any gathering. Whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a lively game night with friends, these savory bites will surely impress everyone at the table. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, they’re perfect for dipping in marinara sauce or pairing with your favorite pasta dish. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a treat that everyone will rave about!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 garlic knots 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into a rectangle and cut it into 12 strips.
- Tie each strip into a loose knot and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in chopped parsley, salt, and pepper to the melted butter mixture.
- Brush half of this mixture over the knots before baking.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Brush the remaining garlic butter over the knots immediately after taking them out of the oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 garlic knot (40g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg