Description
A simple and delicious Garlic Knots recipe perfect for beginners, featuring soft, chewy knots infused with garlic, butter, and fresh herbs. Ready in under an hour, these savory bites make an ideal appetizer, snack, or side dish to complement soups, salads, and pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Dough
- Pre-made or homemade pizza dough (about 1 lb)
For the Garlic Butter
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, freshly minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Optional Garnishes
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Start with pre-made or homemade pizza dough, rolling it out gently on a floured surface into a rough rectangle about half an inch thick.
- Cut and Shape: Slice the dough into strips roughly 1 inch wide, then tie each strip into a loose knot, tucking the ends underneath for a neat shape.
- Bake the Knots: Place the knots on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 400°F (204°C) for about 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
- Make the Garlic Butter: While baking, melt your butter in a small saucepan, then stir in minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper for a vibrant, aromatic sauce.
- Toss and Serve: Once the knots are out of the oven, immediately toss them in the warm garlic butter mixture, making sure each knot is generously coated. Optionally sprinkle with grated Parmesan and extra parsley.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic and parsley for the best flavor.
- Do not overbake; knots should be golden and soft inside.
- Toss knots in garlic butter immediately after baking for maximum absorption.
- If making dough from scratch, allow it to fully rise for fluffier texture.
- Adjust garlic quantity in butter for mild or more intense flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 knots
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Garlic knots, garlic bread, appetizer, snack, easy bread recipe, homemade bread, Italian bread, garlic butter knots
