Description
Pesto Garlic Knots are a scrumptious blend of golden, pillowy dough infused with aromatic garlic butter and vibrant basil pesto. These easy-to-make knots are perfect for any occasion, from casual movie nights to elegant dinner parties. With delightful flavors and a beautiful presentation, they’re sure to impress your family and friends. Get ready to indulge in these irresistible bites that disappear faster than you can say ‘delicious!’
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 1/2 cup fresh basil pesto
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface until about 1/2 inch thick.
- Cut the dough into 1-inch wide strips and tie each strip into a knot.
- Melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan over low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Mix in the basil pesto until well combined.
- Place knots on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush with the garlic-pesto mixture, and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- After baking, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley over the top before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 knots (60g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg