Garlic Knots with Pizza Dough are an everyday treat that is as fun to make as it is to eat. By using pizza dough, we simplify the process of making homemade garlic knots, making this recipe weeknight-friendly. Whether you’re planning a cozy family dinner or looking for something crave-worthy to serve to friends, this dish delivers.
Garlic Knots have been a family favorite in my kitchen for as long as I can remember.
Using pizza dough as a base makes the process easy and fun, transforming a simple staple into something spectacular
I like serving this garlic knot recipe with pizza dough and recipes like vegetarian lasagna, baked spaghetti, and stuffed shells. It also works great with a meaty main like hanger steak.
It is a surefire way to bring happy smiles to my dinner table.
Ingredients
- Pizza dough: You can buy store-bought dough, use my bread machine pizza dough recipe, or use my gluten-free pizza dough. My quinoa pizza dough could even add a punch of wholesomeness to the menu.
- Butter: I like to use unsalted butter when making garlic butter to control the salt level better. If you only have salted butter, just ensure you taste it before finishing with additional flaky salt. Olive oil could be used to make this dairy-free.
- Minced garlic: Freshly minced garlic has a pungent, aromatic flavor that makes it irresistibly garlicky. You can use garlic powder instead, but it won’t be quite the same.
- Dried Italian seasoning: I use a pre-made blend of dried herbs. You could make your own with parsley, oregano, basil, thyme, and rosemary.
- Flaky salt: Use Maldon sea salt or something similar.
Tips and Tricks
- Use room-temperature dough for easier handling.
- Flour your work surface to prevent the dough from sticking.
- Letting the knots rise in a warm spot makes them fluffy and light. If your oven has a proofing setting, that works well.
- Add red pepper flakes and some finely grated parmesan cheese to the melted butter mixture for even more flavor.
- Serve the garlic knots warm for the best texture and taste experience.
- If you like a stronger garlic flavor, increase the garlic in the butter mixture to your preference.
- You can store leftovers in the freezer for up to a month. After freezing, thaw in the refrigerator overnight. I like to lift up leftovers by serving them with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.
Step by Step Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown.
More Bread Recipes to Try
- Bread Machine Cinnamon Bread is perfect for a sweet morning treat or an afternoon snack.
- Bread Machine Focaccia is a versatile bread that works great as an appetizer too!
- Elevate your next meal with Bread Machine Garlic Bread.
- Bread Machine Hamburger Buns are the best way I know to elevate burger night.
Garlic Knots with Pizza Dough
Garlic Knots with Pizza Dough are an everyday treat that is as fun to make as it is to eat. By using pizza dough, we simplify the process of making homemade garlic knots, making this recipe weeknight-friendly. Whether you’re planning a cozy family dinner or looking for something crave-worthy to serve to friends, this dish delivers.
Servings: 8
Calories: 246kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound pizza dough
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
- For serving: flaky salt
Instructions
- Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll the dough out on a floured surface into a 12” square and cut in half. Cut each half cross-wise into 12 1” strips (for 24 strips total)
- Tie each strip into knots. Arrange the knots on the prepared baking sheet. Cover with plastic, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until they are lightly brown.
- Meanwhile, melt the butter in a small pot and add the garlic and Italian seasoning. Cook on low for 5 minutes.
- Place the cooked garlic knots into a bowl and pour the butter over. Sprinkle with flaky salt and serve warm.
Nutrition
Calories: 246kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 412mg | Potassium: 19mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 365IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 2mg
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