Garlic knots are one of those small joys that make any meal feel a little more indulgent. They’re soft, golden, and generously brushed with a fragrant garlic-butter mixture that’s impossible to resist. Whether you serve them as a side to pasta, with a bowl of soup, or just eat them on their own, garlic knots always bring comfort and flavor to the table.
Making garlic knots at home is easier than you might think. You can use homemade pizza dough if you have the time, or keep things simple with store-bought dough, both work beautifully. Once the dough is portioned, it’s rolled into strips and tied into knots. It’s a fun, hands-on process that doesn’t need to be perfect, in fact, their slightly irregular shapes make them even more charming.
While the knots bake until golden brown, you make the magic: a warm mixture of melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, and a touch of salt. Some people like to add a pinch of grated parmesan for extra flavor, and it’s a great option if you’re going for that classic pizzeria vibe.
As soon as the knots come out of the oven, they’re brushed with the garlic butter so it soaks into every nook and cranny. The result is a tender, buttery roll with crispy edges and a bold, garlicky finish. Serve them warm and fresh, they’re best that way, and watch how quickly they disappear.
Garlic knots are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. They’re great for family dinners, game day spreads, or even just as a snack with some marinara sauce for dipping. You can even prep them ahead of time and reheat before serving.
Simple, flavorful, and always satisfying, garlic knots turn humble dough into something truly crave-worthy. Try them once, and they’ll become a regular request at your table.
Ingredients
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp parsley chopped, fresh
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
- Cut the dough into thin strips, about 1/2 inch wide.
- Twist each strip into a knot and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- While the knots are baking, mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Remove the knots from the oven and brush with the garlic butter mixture while still warm.
- Sprinkle with salt to taste.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Garlic knots are the best! I love that you use pizza dough! So clever!!!
Why use fresh parsley? Dried herbs work just fine… right?
These garlic knots are amazing! I made them for my family and they disappeared in minutes. So easy to follow the recipe. Definitely a keeper!
Not gonna lie, I was skeptical about only baking 12-15 minutes. Turns out they crisp up nicely though. Garlic flavor was strong (in a good way).
Same here—I didn’t think 12–15 min would do it, but “golden brown” is the real tell. That garlic-butter brush at the end really makes them pop.
I didn’t have parmesan, so I used cheddar instead. They don’t taste the same, but they still came out pretty good!
Cheddar? That’s not even close to the original idea! But if it worked for you, great.
Cheddar sounds interesting! I might try that next time. Glad they turned out good!
These garlic knots are AMAZING! I couldn’t stop eating them. 💖
I tried these too! They are super good, just like you said! 😍
They look great, but my dough never rises. Any tips?
Garlic knots? More like garlic dreams! 😍
Why do we need to twist the dough, can’t we just make balls? Seems unnecessary.
Twisting the dough gives it more surface area to soak up that garlicky goodness. Trust me, it makes a difference!
Wow. Best snack with soup ever. My kids ate them all. 400 is the sweet spot.
1 pound dough… okay but mine didn’t cut into neat strips lol. They looked messy. Tasted fine, but I’m not sure I did Step 2 right.
Too salty for my taste. I dunno if I did it wrong or what, but it wasn’t for me.
These came out dangerously good. The garlic butter soak is legit and the parmesan makes them taste like a fancy pizza place. I’d make a whole batch again.
I was a bit skeptical at first. I thought they would be too buttery, but they turned out just right! I might add more garlic next time though.
Yum! I put a bit of extra cheese on top, turned out great. Dinner’s sorted!
Easy enough for a weeknight, and the timing was pretty accurate (mine took closer to 15 min). Next time I’ll chop the parsley a bit finer so it distributes better.
These garlic knots are amazing! They’re a total hit at family dinners.
Mine were a bit more “bready” than I expected, but still tasty. Next time I’ll cut slightly thinner strips and watch them closer at 12 minutes so they get extra golden.
Garlic knots? Aren’t those just mini breadsticks?
Not really! Garlic knots are twisted and brushed with garlic butter, so they’re way better! 😋
Super easy to make! I used ready-made dough and it worked just fine.
I love how simple this is! Ready-made dough is a total time-saver. Can’t wait to try it!
I followed the recipe but they came out too doughy. Maybe I didn’t bake long enough? Not sure. 😕
Wow, so garlicky and cheesy! I could eat these for every meal!
Used store-bought dough and they still turned out delightful! Easy recipe!
This recipe is whack! Doesn’t even mention how long to knead the dough! Ugh.
I made these for a party and everyone gobbled them up! So happy they were a hit!
Followed the recipe exactly and my knots didn’t brown much. I think my oven runs cool. Also I forgot to mince the garlic super fine so it was a little punchy in spots.
Ugh, that’s frustrating. If your oven runs cool, they’ll definitely stay pale even if you follow the timing. Next time try 425°F or just bake a few extra minutes until they’re actually golden. Also, “punchy” garlic in spots makes sense if the mince is uneven—mince super fine (or grate) so it distributes better in the butter.
These were so good! Easy to make and my family loved them. Will definitely make again!
I don’t like pizza dough and I feel like these tasted weird. Should’ve used bread dough instead.
5 stars! Love love loved it!! 🧄🧄
Garlic knots? More like garlic bombs! Too garlicky for my taste. Yuck!
Nah, garlic is the best! You just gotta embrace it! 😂
I get it! Garlic can be super strong! Maybe try a lil’ less next time?
I followed the recipe but my knots came out hard. Maybe I baked them too long? Not sure.
I tried making these but they didn’t turn out like yours. The dough was too sticky.
I followed it mostly… but I forgot to salt right at the end and they tasted a little bland. Next time I’ll add more parmesan/salt.
These garlic knots turned out way better than I expected. The garlic butter soaked in nicely and the parmesan flavor is legit. I added a pinch of chili flakes and it was perfect.
Yum! Easy to make and gone in no time. Will definitely make again!
Not sure what all the fuss is about. They tasted kinda bland to me.
The best recipe ever!!! Everyone in my whole family loved it, even the picky eaters!
My kids love these! We make them as snacks every weekend. So fun to twist!
That’s awesome! My kids enjoy them too. Do you ever add anything extra to the knots?
These were amazing! So garlicky and delicious, my family loved them!
Knot sure if these were good or not. They just taste like bread with butter.🤷♂️
400°F seems low? I feel like knots need more crunch. Mine were soft like bread, not crispy. Also, minced garlic can burn if you cook too long, so I was nervous.