Description
Indulge in the delicious warmth of Easy Garlic Knots, a scrumptious addition to any meal that combines simplicity with flavor. These soft, buttery knots are made from pizza dough, twisted into perfect shapes, and generously brushed with a blend of melted butter, fresh garlic, and dried oregano. Baked to golden perfection, they emerge from the oven ready to be paired with marinara sauce or enjoyed on their own. Perfect for gatherings or as a comforting snack at home, this recipe allows for customization with your favorite herbs or additional spices. Whether you?re a novice in the kitchen or an experienced cook, these Easy Garlic Knots will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- 1 batch pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ? cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400?F (200?C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to about ? inch thick; cut into one-inch strips.
- Tie each strip into a knot and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter with minced garlic and oregano.
- Brush each knot with garlic butter and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown; serve warm with marinara sauce.
Notes
Feel free to customize flavors by adding herbs like rosemary or thyme.
Store leftover knots in an airtight container; reheat in the oven for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 garlic knot (30g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg