Garlic Knots from Pizza Dough
These homemade garlic knots are extra tender and fluffy, and topped with a flavorful garlic herb mixture. Made with just 4 ingredients and ready in 15 minutes, these are the perfect appetizer or side to almost any main dish!
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Servings: 16 knots
Calories: 72kcal
Ingredients
- 13.8 ounces refrigerated pizza dough (I use the Pillsbury brand but you can also buy fresh from the bakery)
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon homemade Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375F. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Prepare the garlic oil
- In a large, deep bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning.
- Stir to mix and set aside.
- Bake the garlic knots
- Unroll the pizza dough and cut into 8 strips and then cut those in half so you have 16 pieces.
- Tie each piece like a pretzel and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Sprinkle with salt.
- Bake 13 - 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- When knots are done, remove from oven and add to the bowl containing the oil mixture.
- Toss to coat the warm garlic knots.
- Serve immediately.
- You can serve with a dipping sauce. I use a spicy marinara, or you can eat them just like they are!
Notes
- Homemade seasoning is best but use your favorite mix of Italian spices.
- Sprinkle with salt before baking so the salt will stick to the dough better.
- Toss the garlic knots in the oil mixture when they are hot so they absorb the flavors. If you baked them earlier, warm them in the oven for a few minutes before tossing for best results.
- Use melted butter in place of the olive oil for a richer flavor. Bake as usual and pour the butter mixture over the warm knots.
- Save leftover garlic oil/garlic butter in the fridge and toss it over some hot pasta for a quick meal!
Nutrition
Serving: 2knots | Calories: 72kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 485mg