Homemade Garlic Knots

why make this recipe

Homemade Garlic Knots are a delightful treat that combines warm, soft bread with the rich flavors of garlic and herbs. They are perfect for snacking, serving at parties, or enjoying with a meal. Making them at home is not only satisfying but also allows you to customize the flavors to your liking. Plus, there’s nothing quite like the aroma of freshly baked garlic knots filling your kitchen!

how to make Homemade Garlic Knots

Ingredients:

• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
• 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
• 2 1/2 to 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (optional)
• Pinch of salt
• Warm marinara sauce for dipping (optional)

Directions:

1. In a large bowl or stand mixer, mix the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
2. Add olive oil, salt, and 2 1/2 cups of flour. Mix until a dough forms, adding more flour as needed.
3. Knead the dough for 8–10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
4. Transfer the dough to an oiled bowl, cover it, and let it rise for 1 hour until it has doubled in size.
5. Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 pieces. Roll each piece into an 8-inch rope and tie it into a knot.
6. Place the knots on a lined baking sheet. Cover and let them rise for 20–30 minutes.
7. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Bake the knots for 12–15 minutes until they are golden.
8. Melt the butter and stir in garlic, parsley, salt, and parmesan.
9. Brush the warm knots with the garlic butter immediately after baking.
10. Serve with warm marinara sauce, if desired.

how to serve Homemade Garlic Knots

Serve Homemade Garlic Knots warm, straight from the oven. They are fantastic on their own or dipped in warm marinara sauce. You can enjoy them as a side dish to pasta meals, pizza, or any Italian-inspired dinner. For a fun twist, try pairing them with different sauces like pesto or garlic aioli.

how to store Homemade Garlic Knots

To store leftover garlic knots, let them cool completely. Place them in an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, place them in a microwave for a few seconds or warm them in the oven at 350°F until heated through.

tips to make Homemade Garlic Knots

• Make sure the water for the yeast is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
• Knead the dough well to ensure the garlic knots are soft and chewy.
• Feel free to add more herbs like oregano or basil for extra flavor.
• If you want your knots to be extra garlicky, add more minced garlic to the butter mixture.

variation

You can try swapping out the parsley for other fresh herbs or adding cheese directly into the dough for a cheesy twist. You could also sprinkle some Italian seasoning on the garlic butter for more flavor.

FAQs

Q: Can I use frozen dough?
A: Yes, you can use store-bought frozen pizza dough. Just let it thaw and follow the same steps for forming the knots.

Q: What if I don’t have fresh garlic?
A: You can use garlic powder as a substitute, but fresh garlic gives the best flavor.

Q: How can I make these knots ahead of time?
A: You can prepare the knots up to the second rise, then cover them and refrigerate overnight. Bake them the next day as instructed.

Homemade Garlic Knots

Homemade Garlic Knots are a delightful treat that combines warm, soft bread with rich flavors of garlic and herbs, perfect for snacking or serving at parties.

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Prep Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 45 minutes mins

Servings: 12 pieces

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Dough Ingredients

• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
• 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
• 2 1/2 to 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Topping Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (optional)
• 1 pinch salt
• to taste warm marinara sauce for dipping (optional)

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a large bowl or stand mixer, mix the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
2. Add olive oil, salt, and 2 1/2 cups of flour. Mix until a dough forms, adding more flour as needed.
3. Knead the dough for 8–10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
4. Transfer the dough to an oiled bowl, cover it, and let it rise for 1 hour until it has doubled in size.

Shaping and Rising

1. Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 pieces. Roll each piece into an 8-inch rope and tie it into a knot.
2. Place the knots on a lined baking sheet. Cover and let them rise for 20–30 minutes.

Baking

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Bake the knots for 12–15 minutes until they are golden.

Finishing Touch

1. Melt the butter and stir in garlic, parsley, salt, and parmesan.
2. Brush the warm knots with the garlic butter immediately after baking.
3. Serve with warm marinara sauce, if desired.

Notes

Make sure the water for the yeast is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast. Knead the dough well for soft and chewy knots. Feel free to add more herbs like oregano or basil for extra flavor. For a stronger garlic flavor, increase the minced garlic in the butter.