Easy 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
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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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