Description
Irresistible cheese-filled garlic knots deliver golden, twisted perfection straight from Italian kitchens. Warm, herby bread hugs melted cheese in a simple yet spectacular street-style snack you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (454 g) pizza dough
- 1 cup (113 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
Cheese Filling:
- 1 cup (113 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
Garlic Butter Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the kitchen workspace by heating the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Transform the pizza dough into 12 uniform portions, gently flattening each piece into a thin rectangle or circular shape.
- Carefully position a generous sprinkle of mozzarella cheese at the center of each dough piece, creating a delightful core of melty goodness.
- Skillfully fold the dough over the cheese, meticulously sealing the edges by pinching and pressing to create secure, compact knots that prevent cheese from escaping during baking.
- Strategically arrange the formed knots on the prepared baking sheet, allowing slight separation to ensure even cooking and crisp edges.
- Craft a fragrant garlic butter mixture by combining melted butter with finely minced garlic, freshly chopped parsley, and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor profile.
- Lavishly coat each knot with the aromatic garlic butter, ensuring complete coverage for maximum flavor infusion.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven, allowing the knots to transform into golden-brown delicacies with molten cheese centers, typically requiring 12-15 minutes of baking time.
- Upon removal from the oven, apply an additional layer of garlic butter for an extra burst of flavor and glossy appearance.
- Present the warm, irresistible cheese-filled garlic knots alongside a vibrant marinara sauce, inviting guests to indulge in a delectable dipping experience.
Notes
- Seal the edges meticulously to prevent cheese from leaking during baking, ensuring a clean and beautiful presentation of your garlic knots.
- Use cold mozzarella cheese to help maintain its shape and reduce the chances of oozing out during the baking process.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular pizza dough with a prepared gluten-free alternative or a cauliflower-based dough to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Create variations by experimenting with different cheese types like cheddar, provolone, or a blend of cheeses to add unique flavor profiles to your knots.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg