The Best Homemade Garlic Knots Recipe
What You’ll Love About This Recipe
These garlic knots are a breeze to make and will fill your kitchen with the most amazing aroma. You’ll love how soft and fluffy they turn out, perfect for dipping or enjoying on their own. First, they’re incredibly versatile, pairing well with soups, salads, or pasta. Second, they’re loaded with flavorful garlic butter, giving them that irresistible savory kick. Finally, they’re fun to shape and bake, making them a great activity for cooking with family or friends.
Recipe
Garlic knots are a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish that pairs perfectly with pasta or soup. These soft, chewy knots are brushed with a garlic butter mixture, making them irresistible.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried parsley (or 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Roll the pizza dough into a rectangle about 1/2 inch thick. Cut the dough into 12 equal strips.
- Tie each strip into a knot and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the knots are golden brown.
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, olive oil, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the garlic butter mixture generously over the warm knots.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired and serve warm.
Notes:
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter mixture.
- Store leftover garlic knots in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven for best results.
Equipment:
Baking sheet, parchment paper, mixing bowl, pastry brush
Time:
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Cuisine:
Italian
Serving:
Serves 6
Nutrition
Garlic knots are a delicious and savory treat, but they also come with nutritional information to evaluate. Below is the breakdown per serving.
| Nutrition | Amount per Serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Total Fat | 10 g |
| Saturated Fat | 5 g |
| Cholesterol | 20 mg |
| Sodium | 350 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 28 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Protein | 5 g |
What To Serve With It
I love serving my homemade garlic knots with a side of warm marinara dipping sauce—it’s the perfect match for that garlicky goodness. A fresh garden salad adds a crisp, light contrast to the rich, buttery knots, making the meal feel balanced. Trust me, this combo turns a simple snack into something special.
Marinara Dipping Sauce
Though garlic knots are delicious on their own, they’re even better when paired with a tangy marinara dipping sauce. I love making mine with canned tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little kick. Simmering it slowly lets the flavors deepen, and I always add a sprinkle of fresh basil at the end for that burst of brightness. Trust me, it’s so good you’ll want to dip everything in it! Plus, it’s quick to whip up while the knots bake, making it the perfect companion for your warm, garlicky treats.
Fresh Garden Salad
Nothing balances out the rich, buttery goodness of garlic knots like a crisp, fresh garden salad. I love tossing together a mix of romaine, spinach, and arugula, then topping it with juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and thinly sliced red onions. A sprinkle of shredded carrots adds a pop of color, while a handful of sunflower seeds gives it a nice crunch. For the dressing, I keep it simple—olive oil, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. It’s light, invigorating, and the perfect companion to those warm, garlicky knots. It’s a meal that feels complete and satisfying.
