Description
Cheesy garlic knots deliver Italian-American comfort straight from New York pizzerias. Herb-infused dough twists with melted butter and Parmesan create irresistible appetizers that’ll make you crave another bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 1 can (11 ounces/311 grams) refrigerated thin crust pizza dough
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup (1 stick/113 grams) butter
Cheese and Herbs:
- ¼ cup (60 grams) parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 teaspoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped
Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Dipping Sauce (optional):
- Marinara sauce
- Garlic sauce
- Ranch dressing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and coat a large baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray to ensure easy removal of the garlic knots.
- Extract the refrigerated dough from its packaging and carefully divide it into 16 uniform segments using a sharp knife or kitchen scissors.
- Gently roll each dough segment into a slender 12-inch (30.5 centimeters) rope, utilizing cooking spray to prevent sticking and facilitate smooth elongation.
- Form each rope into a loose knot, leaving approximately 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) of excess dough on each side. Artfully tuck one end underneath and into the center of the knot, then gracefully drape the opposite end over and into the center.
- Arrange the knotted dough pieces in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until the garlic knots achieve a rich, deep golden-brown color and appear crisp on the exterior.
- While the knots are baking, create a flavorful coating by melting butter in a mixing bowl. Incorporate minced garlic, grated parmesan cheese, finely chopped fresh basil, chopped parsley, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Thoroughly blend the ingredients to create a harmonious mixture.
- Once the garlic knots emerge from the oven, immediately transfer them to the prepared butter mixture, gently tossing to ensure each knot is evenly and luxuriously coated.
- Serve the warm garlic knots immediately, accompanied by an optional marinara or ranch dipping sauce for added enjoyment.
Notes
- Ensure dough is at room temperature for easier handling and shaping.
- Cooking spray helps prevent sticking and adds a light, even coating to the dough.
- Loose knots create a rustic, artisan look with delightful nooks for butter and herbs.
- Tuck ends carefully to create a neat, compact knot that won’t unravel during baking.
- Brush with herb-infused butter immediately after baking for maximum flavor absorption.
- Let knots rest briefly before serving to allow flavors to meld and texture to settle.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg