Description
Garlic Parmesan Knots are a delicious Italian-American appetizer made by tying pizza dough into knots, baking until golden, and then brushing with a flavorful garlic butter sauce and Parmesan cheese. Perfect as a savory snack or accompaniment to your favorite marinara sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Dough
- 1 pound pizza dough
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Topping
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
For Brushing
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Shape Dough: Divide the pizza dough into 12 equal portions. Roll each piece into a 6-inch long rope, then carefully tie each rope into a knot, tucking the ends underneath to secure them.
- Prepare for Baking: Arrange the dough knots on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they have enough space to expand. Lightly brush each knot with olive oil to encourage browning and add flavor.
- Bake: Bake the knots in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes or until they turn golden brown and cooked through.
- Make Garlic Butter: While the knots bake, mix the melted butter with minced garlic, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and salt in a small bowl to create a flavorful garlic butter sauce.
- Brush and Garnish: Remove the hot knots from the oven and immediately brush them generously with the garlic butter mixture. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley over the knots while warm.
- Serve: Serve the Garlic Parmesan Knots warm as a tasty appetizer, snack, or side dish, optionally paired with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Store-bought or homemade pizza dough works equally well for this recipe.
- For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter mixture.
- These knots are delicious when served with marinara or your favorite dipping sauce.
- To save time, you can prepare the garlic butter mixture in advance.
- Leftover knots can be reheated in the oven to retain their crispiness.
