Easy Homemade Garlic Knots Recipe
Introduction
These Easy Homemade Garlic Knots are soft, flavorful, and perfect as a snack or side dish. With a buttery garlic topping and a sprinkle of parmesan, they’re a simple way to bring the taste of your favorite pizzeria right to your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups warm water
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon yeast
- 3½ cups flour
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon parsley, minced
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- Step 2: Add the flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until smooth. Let the dough rise for 10 minutes. Using a mixer with a dough hook makes this easier, but you can also knead by hand.
- Step 3: On a floured surface, roll the dough out to about 1/2 inch thickness. Cut the dough into strips around 8-10 inches long using a pizza cutter or knife.
- Step 4: Roll each strip into a rope shape and tie it into a knot.
- Step 5: Place the knots on a greased baking sheet and let them rise for another 10 minutes.
- Step 6: Bake the knots at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Step 7: While baking, melt the butter and stir in garlic powder, minced parsley, and olive oil.
- Step 8: Once the garlic knots are out of the oven, brush them with the garlic butter mixture. Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese and serve warm.
Tips & Variations
- For a fresh herb flavor, substitute parsley with chopped rosemary or basil.
- Brush the knots with marinara sauce before serving for a pizza-inspired twist.
- Use freshly minced garlic instead of garlic powder for a stronger, fresher garlic taste.
Storage
Store leftover garlic knots in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To keep them soft, reheat in a warm oven or microwave briefly, brushing with extra butter if desired.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use active dry yeast instead of instant yeast?
Yes. If using active dry yeast, dissolve it in the warm water with sugar first and let it proof for about 5-10 minutes until frothy before adding flour.
Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Absolutely. You can prepare the dough and let it rise slowly in the refrigerator overnight. Just bring it to room temperature before shaping and baking.
PrintEasy Homemade Garlic Knots Recipe
These Easy Homemade Garlic Knots are soft, flavorful bread knots brushed with a savory garlic butter mixture and sprinkled with parmesan cheese. Perfect as a side or appetizer, they are simple to prepare with common pantry ingredients and baked to golden perfection.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 garlic knots 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Dough
- 1½ cups warm water
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon yeast
- 3½ cups flour
- 1 tablespoon salt
Garlic Butter Topping
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon parsley, minced
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: Mix warm water, sugar, and yeast together in a bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes until the yeast becomes frothy, indicating it’s active and ready to use.
- Prepare the Dough: Add flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until the dough is smooth and elastic. To make it easier, you can use a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook. Allow the dough to rise for 10 minutes in a warm place.
- Shape the Dough: On a floured surface, roll the dough out to about 1/2 inch thickness. Use a pizza cutter to cut the dough in half and then into strips approximately 8-10 inches long.
- Form the Knots: Take each strip and roll it between your hands to form a rope. Tie each rope into a knot shape.
- Second Rise: Place the garlic knots on a greased baking sheet spaced apart and allow them to rise for another 10 minutes to become fluffier.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the knots for 15-20 minutes or until they turn golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: While baking, melt the butter and mix it with garlic powder, minced parsley, and olive oil until well combined.
- Brush and Serve: As soon as the garlic knots come out of the oven, brush them generously with the garlic butter mixture. Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over the top and serve warm.
Notes
- Make sure your water is warm, not hot, to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
- You can substitute garlic powder with fresh minced garlic for a stronger flavor.
- If you want a softer crust, cover the knots with a clean kitchen towel after baking while they cool slightly.
- Parmesan cheese can be omitted or replaced with mozzarella for a different twist.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat before serving for best texture.
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