Description
These garlic knots are the buttery, golden pull-apart bites you didn’t know you needed more of. Made with pizza dough and drenched in garlicky herb butter, they work as a crowd-pleasing side, snack, or appetizer. This doubled batch serves 32 knots — perfect for parties, family dinners, or game day spreads — with added twists for that extra wow factor.
Ingredients
2 lbs pizza dough (homemade or store-bought), risen and punched down
Olive oil, for brushing
1 cup unsalted butter
10–12 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed
2 teaspoons coarse salt
4 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional twist)
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
Garnish: grated Parmesan cheese, extra coarse salt (optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or lightly oil.
Divide dough into 32 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope (about 6–8 inches), then tie into a loose knot.
Place knots on prepared sheets. Cover loosely and let rise for 30–45 minutes.
Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan over low heat. Add garlic, salt, parsley, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using). Let it simmer gently for 2–3 minutes, then remove from heat.
Brush knots lightly with olive oil. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown.
Remove from oven and immediately brush generously with the garlic butter mixture.
Sprinkle with Parmesan and a pinch of salt if desired. Serve warm, ideally with marinara for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Snack