Description
These delicious garlic knots are the perfect blend of soft, buttery bread and savory garlic flavor.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup warm water
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and instant yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Stir in olive oil, salt, and flour. Mix until a dough forms, then knead for 8 minutes until smooth.
- Cover and let the dough rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and divide into 12 equal pieces.
- Roll each piece into a 6-inch rope and tie into a loose knot.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and cover with a towel. Let rise for 20–25 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake knots for 15–17 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
- While baking, melt butter in a small saucepan. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley.
- Immediately after baking, brush warm knots generously with garlic butter.
- Sprinkle grated parmesan on top and serve warm.
Notes
- These knots are best served warm.
- You can substitute the garlic butter with regular butter if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 knot
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg