Description
This homemade garlic knots recipe delivers soft, chewy knots brushed with buttery garlic and herbs. Perfect as a side for pasta, pizza night, or dipping in marinara.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 ½ to 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Stir in olive oil, salt, and flour. Mix until dough forms.
- Knead dough on floured surface for 8 minutes until smooth.
- Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1 hour until doubled.
- Punch down dough and divide into 12 equal pieces.
- Roll each into a rope and tie into a knot. Place on a baking sheet.
- Cover and let rise again for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
- While baking, melt butter in a pan. Add garlic and cook 1–2 minutes. Stir in parsley.
- Brush hot knots with garlic butter. Sprinkle with Parmesan if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for best flavor.
- Adjust flour based on dough consistency.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 knot
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Garlic Knots, Homemade, Easy Recipe