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Garlic Knots

Garlic Knots
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Garlic Knots are soft, buttery, and flavorful dough knots infused with garlic and herbs. Perfect as a snack or side dish, they combine a melt-in-your-mouth texture with rich garlic butter and herb flavors, making them an irresistible treat for bread lovers.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 1 cup warm water (about 110°F / 43°C)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Garlic Butter Topping

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or Italian herbs, finely chopped
  • Optional: ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it foams, showing the yeast is activated. Add the flour, salt, and olive oil, mixing until a sticky dough forms.
  2. Knead the Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic, developing gluten for that perfect texture.
  3. Let the Dough Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  4. Shape the Knots: Punch down the dough, divide into equal pieces. Roll each into a rope and tie into a loose knot. Place knots on a parchment-lined baking sheet with space between each.
  5. Second Rise: Cover the shaped knots and let rest for 30 minutes for a light, fluffy bake.
  6. Bake to Perfection: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake the knots for 12-15 minutes until golden brown on top.
  7. Make the Garlic Butter: While baking, melt the butter in a small pan. Add minced garlic and chopped parsley, simmer briefly to infuse flavors.
  8. Toss and Serve: Brush the hot knots with the garlic butter mixture immediately after baking. Optionally, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese for extra savoriness.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients to help activate the yeast effectively.
  • Knead the dough thoroughly to build structure and achieve softness.
  • Allow the dough to rise in a warm, draft-free spot or use your oven’s proof setting.
  • Brush the knots with garlic butter while they are hot to fully absorb the flavors.
  • Fresh herbs add brightness, but dried herbs can be used if fresh are unavailable.

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Keywords: Garlic Knots, Bread, Appetizer, Garlic Bread, Herb Bread, Snack, Homemade Garlic Knots

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