Description
These Easy Homemade Garlic Knots are soft, buttery, and bursting with garlic flavor, perfect as a delicious appetizer or side dish. Made from simple pizza dough and coated with a fragrant garlic butter and parmesan blend, they make a perfect treat for garlic lovers and a great accompaniment to pasta or salads.
Ingredients
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Garlic Knots
- 1 pound pizza dough
Garlic Butter Topping
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Dough: Let the pizza dough come to room temperature for 30 minutes if refrigerated to make it easier to work with.
- Divide Dough: Lightly flour a clean surface and divide the dough into golf ball-sized portions for individual knots.
- Shape Knots: Roll each piece into a 6–8 inch rope and tie into a knot, tucking the ends neatly underneath.
- Arrange for Rising: Place the knots onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart to allow for rising.
- Second Rise: Cover the knots with a clean towel and let them rise again for 20–30 minutes to achieve a nice, fluffy texture.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) in preparation for baking.
- Bake Knots: Bake the knots for 12–15 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and deliciously crusty.
- Make Garlic Butter: While knots bake, melt the unsalted butter in a pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, careful not to burn the garlic.
- Finish Garlic Butter: Remove the pan from heat, then stir in the finely chopped parsley and salt to enhance the flavor.
- Brush Garlic Butter: Generously brush the hot garlic butter over the freshly baked garlic knots for a rich, savory coating.
- Add Parmesan: Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese evenly over the warm knots for a cheesy finish.
- Serve: Serve the garlic knots warm with marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce for a perfect appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Letting the dough come to room temperature makes it easier to shape.
- Don’t skip the second rise, as it ensures soft and fluffy knots.
- Watch garlic carefully while melting to avoid burning and bitter taste.
- For extra richness, you can brush knots with olive oil before baking.
- Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
