Homemade Garlic Knots with Pizza Dough

Garlic knots garnished with grated cheese ready to be served.

Homemade Garlic Knots with Pizza Dough

Learn how to make delicious homemade garlic knots with pizza dough. My unique step-by-step recipe ensures crispy bottoms, chewy texture, and unbeatable flavor!

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Italian

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 15

Resting Time 10

Total Time 45

Servings servings

Calories 90kcal

Author Maria Vannelli RD

Ingredients

250-275 grams pizza dough room temperature, I use half of my mom's pizza dough recipe.
1 tablespoon butter room temperature
2-3 tablespoons garlic minced, 3-4 cloves
⅛ teaspoon salt
2-3 tablespoons parsley Italian flat leaf
2-3 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
2-3 tablespoons Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese or Pecorino Romano Cheese
1 teaspoon dry oregano
extra chopped parsley and grated cheese to garnish

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425 °F (220 °C). Place the oven rack in the middle of the oven.
Spread the butter in a cast iron pan. Set aside.
Combine the finely chopped garlic with the Kosher salt on the cutting board. Using the flat side of a knife, press and drag the garlic and salt mixture against the cutting board to form a paste. Repeat this motion until the garlic is thoroughly mashed and the mixture has a smooth, paste-like consistency.
Cut the pizza dough into three equal parts.
Working with one section at a time, roll each section into a long, even log, about 15-18 inches (approximately 38-46 cm).
Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of chopped parsley, 1 tablespoon of grated cheese, a sprinkle of oregano, and a portion of the garlic paste on a wooden board directly next to the length of the log (refer to the picture in the article).
Roll the log in the herb and spice mixture, ensuring an even coating.
Cut each seasoned log into three equal pieces.
Roll each piece into a rope or “snake” shape, about 5-6 inches (approximately 12-15 cm) long.
Tie the rope into a loose knot by taking one end and looping it over, under, and through the center of the knot. Watch the recipe video on the recipe card to see how this is done.
Place the garlic knots in the pan, leaving a little space between each one.Repeat with the rest of the dough.
Lightly brush the tops of the knots with olive oil.
Allow them to rest for 5-10 minutes before baking.
Bake the garlic knots in the oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Once out of the oven, brush them lightly with olive oil, and if desired, garnish with some freshly grated cheese and chopped parsley, Italian flat-leaf, of course!
Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Video

Notes

1 garlic knot = 1 serving

Prep time DOES NOT include proofing time for the pizza dough. Please plan accordingly.
Use High-Quality Ingredients: Since garlic knots are simple, every ingredient counts. Opt for high-quality olive oil, fresh garlic, Italian flat-leaf parsley, and freshly grated cheese.
Give Them Space: When placing the knots in the pan, leave a little space between them. This allows them to expand slightly as they bake without sticking together.
Watch Them Closely: Watch the knots while they bake to prevent overbrowning. Every oven is different, so adjust the baking time to achieve the desired golden color.
Issues with Rolling Out the Dough? If you are struggling to roll out the dough evenly or if it keeps springing back, don't worry! After dividing it into portions, let the dough rest for 10-15 minutes. This short resting period allows the gluten in the dough to relax, making it more pliable and easier to work with. You'll find that after resting, the dough will roll out more smoothly and hold its shape better when forming the knots.

What sauce goes with Garlic Knots? Dip these perfect little appetizers in this simple Classic Marinara Sauce.

Please keep in mind that the nutritional information provided below is just a rough estimate and variations can occur depending on the specific ingredients used.

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