Air Fryer Garlic Knots
Ready in about 18 minutes.
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Soft, golden garlic knots brushed with buttery herbs. Perfect with pasta night, pizza night or as a crowd-pleasing snack.
Written for 4. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.
Ingredients
- 1 pizza dough ball
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
Method
- 1Divide the dough into strips and tie each one into a knot.
- 2Mix the butter, garlic and parsley.
- 3Preheat the air fryer to 180°C / 350°F.
- 4Air fry the knots for 7-9 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- 5Brush with the garlic butter and serve warm.
Tips for the best results
- Leave space between the knots because they puff up as they cook.
- Brush again after cooking for maximum garlic flavour.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Crowding the basket so air fryer garlic knots steams instead of browning.
- Pulling air fryer garlic knots the moment the timer ends without checking the centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer garlic knots?
A typical starting point is 180°C / 350°F for 7-9 min. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.
Can I make air fryer garlic knots ahead?
Cook it, cool it quickly, and refrigerate. Reheat in the air fryer at a slightly lower temperature so the outside does not dry before the middle is hot.
How many people does air fryer garlic knots serve?
This recipe is written for 4. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.