Crescent Roll Garlic Knots

Crescent roll garlic knots bake up soft, golden, and full of buttery garlic flavor in under thirty minutes. Use simple ingredients and follow easy steps for a homemade side everyone loves.

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Make these crescent roll garlic knots for an easy side dish that tastes like it came from your favorite pizzeria. You only need a few ingredients to get golden, buttery knots packed with garlic flavor. Bake a batch in minutes for dinner, parties, or anytime cravings hit. Everyone grabs one fast, so make extra!

This recipe is super easy to make, and you can follow the simple guide below. Step-by-step photos and directions walk you through it. We added pro tips, tricks, and answers to the most frequently asked questions too.

You can make garlic crescent knots in under thirty minutes with almost no prep. They bake up soft, golden, and buttery with bold garlic flavor in every bite.

Serve these easy garlic knots for family dinners, party appetizers, or potluck sides. They taste homemade but start with a can of dough!

What you'll need to make these crescent garlic rolls:

• 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter, melted
• ¾ teaspoons of garlic salt (Lawry’s brand)
• ½ teaspoon of Italian seasoning
• 12-ounce can (8-count) of Grands original crescent roll dough
• ⅓ cup of grated Parmesan cheese, divided
• 1 to 1½ cups of shredded mozzarella & provolone cheese blend (Sargento brand), divided

Switch up your Pillsbury garlic knots by swapping ingredients or adding tasty extras! These simple changes make them your own. Here are some of our top substitutions and additions:

• Substitute Butter: Use garlic herb butter or olive oil for a different flavor in your garlic knots.
• Add Heat: Mix in crushed red pepper flakes for spicy garlic knots with a kick.

Follow along with our step-by-step instructions and photos to make the best crescent roll garlic knots. Use our tips and tricks below to get perfect results every time. Let’s get started!

FIRST STEP: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a large baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper. Set aside.

SECOND STEP: In a small bowl, stir together the melted unsalted butter, garlic salt, and Italian seasoning. Set garlic herb butter aside.

THIRD STEP: Place two crescent triangles together on a large pastry mat to form a rectangle. Pinch together the seam. Using a rolling pin, roll out the rectangle (being sure to keep the center seam pressed together) into a 6×9-inch rectangle.

You can place the extra crescent triangles into the refrigerator to stay cold while you are working with the first set to make knots. 

FOURTH STEP: Using a pastry cutter or pizza cutter, cut a straight line down the center of the large rectangle, giving you two thinner rectangles. 

FIFTH STEP: Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the entire surface of both rectangles with the melted garlic butter mixture. After brushing the inside of each knot, you should have about ⅓ to ½ of your melted butter mixture remaining.

You will use this reserved amount to brush onto the top of the hot, baked garlic knots once they are removed from the oven.

SIXTH STEP: Sprinkle about 1½ teaspoons of the grated parmesan cheese down the center of each crescent rectangle, followed by approximately 1½ tablespoons of the shredded mozzarella & provolone cheese blend down the center of each crescent rectangle as well.

SEVENTH STEP: Gently fold over (from the longer side) the crescent dough, tucking the cheese inside the dough to form a long rope. Be sure to seal the ends and sides of the rope as tight as possible.

EIGHTH STEP: Carefully tie each rope into a loose knot. Place the knot onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.

NINTH STEP: Repeat steps 3 to 8 until you have all 8 knots formed and placed 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.

TENTH STEP: Bake for 13 to 16 minutes, or until the knots are golden brown. 

ELEVENTH STEP: As soon as the garlic knots come out of the oven, brush them with the remaining melted butter mixture and sprinkle them with a little of the extra grated Parmesan cheese. 

These garlic cheese knots work great for parties, dinners, or quick snacks. Serve them warm and watch them disappear fast!

• Serve at family dinners: Kids and adults both love these buttery garlic knots, especially with pasta or soup. Try them with baked ziti or cheesy pizza spaghetti.
• Bring to potlucks or parties: They bake up fast and travel well, so they’re perfect for game day or holidays. Pair them with sweet and sour meatballs or buffalo chicken dip.
• Make for cozy fall or winter meals: These warm, garlicky knots taste even better on chilly nights. Serve them with crockpot potato soup or crock pot lasagna casserole.

Crescent roll garlic bread is a reader favorite for a reason. It's fast, flavorful, and always a hit at the table. Whether you're feeding a crowd or just your crew, this easy recipe checks every box.

• Crowd-Pleaser: These buttery, garlicky knots disappear fast at parties, family dinners, and potlucks.
• Kid-Approved: Kids love the soft texture and bold garlic flavor, and they’ll even help roll them up.
• Budget-Friendly: This recipe keeps your grocery list short without giving up any flavor or freshness.
• Fast for Busy Nights: No time? No problem. These bake quick and pair with almost any meal.
• Fun to Personalize: Add cheese, spice, or herbs to make them your own with zero extra effort.

These garlic knots are one of those recipes you’ll come back to again and again!

Can I use fresh garlic instead of garlic powder for this recipe?
Yes, you can use fresh garlic in your garlic knots from crescent rolls. Mince it and mix with the melted butter.

How do I keep crescent roll garlic knots from unrolling while baking?
To stop your garlic knots from unrolling, pinch the ends tightly and tuck them under before baking.

Do I need to grease the baking sheet for these garlic knots?
Yes, grease your baking sheet or use parchment paper to keep your garlic knots from sticking while they bake.

How long should I bake garlic knots from crescent rolls?
Bake your garlic knots for about thirteen to sixteen minutes until they turn golden brown and are fully cooked.

Can I double this garlic knot recipe for a crowd?
Yes, double your garlic knot recipe by using two cans of crescent rolls and making more garlic butter.

How do I get the garlic butter to stick to the knots?
Brush garlic butter on the knots right after baking so the hot bread soaks it up perfectly.

What’s the best way to shape garlic knots from crescent rolls?
Roll each triangle into a rope, tie it into a knot, and tuck the ends underneath to hold the shape.

Can I prep the garlic knots ahead of time before baking?
Yes, shape the garlic knots, then chill them in the fridge for up to two hours before baking.

Why do my garlic knots look too brown on the bottom?
Your oven may run hot or the pan might be too dark, so try using the middle rack and a lighter pan.

Should I add garlic butter before or after baking?
Brush a little before baking, then add more garlic butter after for the best flavor and soft texture.

What’s the best way to serve garlic knots from crescent rolls at a party?
Serve them warm in a basket lined with a napkin. Guests can grab one easily without needing utensils or plates.

Should I serve these garlic knots warm or room temperature?
These garlic knots taste best warm, straight from the oven. If needed, keep them covered until serving.

Can I serve garlic knots as an appetizer?
Yes, garlic knots make a great appetizer. Stack them on a platter with a small bowl of dipping sauce.

Do garlic knots work for casual dinners or fancier meals?
Garlic knots work for both casual and dressier meals. They feel homemade but come together quickly with crescent dough.

Can I serve garlic knots during the holidays?
Yes, serve garlic knots during holidays like Thanksgiving or Christmas. They’re fast, easy, and always a crowd favorite.

Here’s a quick guide to storing leftover garlic knots and keeping them fresh for later.

ON THE COUNTER:
Serve these garlic knots right away while they’re still warm for the best texture and flavor. If needed, reheat individual knots in the microwave for twenty to thirty seconds. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

IN THE FREEZER:
Skip freezing these garlic knots. They don’t turn out as soft or tasty as when baked fresh from the crescent roll can.

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Crescent Roll Garlic Knots

Crescent roll garlic knots bake up soft, golden, and full of buttery garlic flavor in under thirty minutes. Use simple ingredients and follow easy steps for a homemade side everyone loves.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 13 minutes mins

Total Time 28 minutes mins

Course Appetizer, Bread, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 8

Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
• ¾ teaspoons garlic salt (Lawry’s brand)
• ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 12 ounces crescent rolls (8 count)
• ⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese (divided)
• 1 to 1½ cups shredded mozzarella & provolone cheese blend (Sargento brand, divided)

DIRECTIONS

 

• Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a large baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper. Set aside.
• In a small bowl, stir together the melted unsalted butter, garlic salt, and Italian seasoning. Set aside.
• On a large pastry mat, place two crescent triangles together to form a rectangle. Pinch together the seam. Using a rolling pin, roll out the rectangle (being sure to keep the center seam pressed together) into a 6×9-inch rectangle. You can place the extra crescent triangles into the refrigerator to stay cold while you are working with the first set to make knots.
• Using a pastry cutter, cut a straight line down the center of the large rectangle giving you two thinner rectangles.
• Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the entire surface of both rectangles with the melted butter mixture. You should have about ⅓ to ½ of your melted butter mixture remaining after you have brushed the inside of each knot. You will use this reserved amount to brush onto the top of the hot baked garlic knots once they are removed from the oven.
• Sprinkle about 1½ teaspoons of the grated parmesan cheese down the center of each crescent rectangle, followed by approximately 1½ tablespoons of the shredded mozzarella & provolone cheese blend down the center of each crescent rectangle as well.
• Gently fold over (from the longer side) the crescent dough, tucking the cheese inside the dough to form a long rope. Be sure to seal the ends and sides of the rope as tight as possible.
• Carefully tie each rope into a loose knot. Place the knot onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
• Repeat steps 3 to 8 until you have all 8 knots formed and placed 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
• Bake for 13 to 16 minutes or until the knots are golden brown.
• As soon as the garlic knots come out of the oven, brush them with the remaining melted butter mixture and sprinkle them with a little of the extra grated parmesan cheese.

Notes

• If you use the standard-sized crescent rolls instead of the GRANDS for this garlic knots recipe, you will need to note that you will not be able to fill them as much with the cheeses. You will also need to check your bake time at 11 to 12 minutes for doneness.
• If you do not have a large pastry mat for rolling out dough, you can lightly flour a clean hard surface like a granite or marble kitchen counter.
• Oven temperatures vary and may need to be recalibrated periodically to ensure they are accurate. Make sure to check your garlic knots at the lower end of the recommended baking time.
• If your butter starts to solidify while your garlic knots are baking, you can warm it back up in the microwave for 20 to 30 seconds so that you can easily brush the tops of your hot baked garlic knots.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 757mg | Potassium: 27mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 355IU | Vitamin C: 0.003mg | Calcium: 147mg | Iron: 1mg

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