Ingredients
1 can refrigerated pizza dough
2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp salt
Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions
Prepare the dough: Remove pizza dough from the can and roll into a rectangle. Cut into 8 equal strips. Tie each strip into a loose knot.
Air fry: Lightly grease the air fryer basket. Place knots in a single layer, leaving space between them. Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown.
Make garlic butter: While knots cook, mix melted butter, olive oil, garlic, parsley, salt, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Finish: Toss hot garlic knots in the garlic butter mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan and serve warm.
Notes
Cooking Tips
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Don’t overcrowd the air fryer—cook in batches if needed for even browning.
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Fresh garlic gives the best flavor, but garlic powder works in a pinch (½ tsp).
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Toss the knots immediately after cooking so they absorb the garlic butter while hot.
Variations
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Cheesy Garlic Knots: Add shredded mozzarella during the last 1–2 minutes of air frying.
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Italian Herb Knots: Mix dried oregano, basil, and thyme into the butter.
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Vegan Garlic Knots: Use dairy-free butter and skip the Parmesan or use vegan cheese.
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Spicy Garlic Knots: Add extra red pepper flakes or a drizzle of hot honey.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8–10 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 145
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g