Description
Sensational cheese-filled garlic knots deliver Italian bakery magic straight to home kitchens. Golden twisted bread hugs melted cheese inside, promising pure comfort with each delicious bite you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) pizza dough
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) shredded mozzarella cheese
Garlic Butter Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Set the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) and cover a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Divide the pizza dough into 12 uniform segments, creating equal-sized portions for consistent cooking.
- Transform each dough segment into a thin rectangular shape, creating a smooth canvas for cheese filling.
- Position a modest portion of mozzarella cheese at the center of each dough rectangle, strategically placing it for maximum flavor distribution.
- Carefully fold the dough over the cheese, meticulously sealing the edges to prevent any cheese leakage during baking. Gently twist and shape the dough into classic knot configurations.
- Arrange the cheese-filled knots on the prepared baking sheet, leaving slight spacing between each piece to allow even heat circulation.
- Create a fragrant garlic butter mixture by blending melted butter with finely minced garlic, freshly chopped parsley, and a pinch of salt for enhanced seasoning.
- Liberally brush the garlic butter across the surface of each knot, ensuring complete and even coverage for maximum flavor infusion.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, monitoring until the knots achieve a rich golden-brown exterior and the internal cheese melts completely.
- Once baked, remove the knots from the oven and apply an additional layer of garlic butter for intensified taste and glossy appearance.
- Allow the knots to rest briefly, permitting the cheese to stabilize and the flavors to harmonize. Serve warm alongside marinara sauce for a delightful dipping experience.
Notes
- Seal knots carefully to prevent cheese leakage during baking, using firm pinching technique to keep filling inside.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like cheddar, fontina, or goat cheese for unique flavor profiles and exciting taste variations.
- Use store-bought pizza dough for quick preparation or make homemade dough for more authentic texture and control over ingredients.
- Adjust garlic butter intensity by increasing or decreasing minced garlic quantity to match personal flavor preferences and spice tolerance.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg