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Homemade Garlic Knots Recipe

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These Homemade Garlic Knots are soft, flavorful, and perfect as a side or appetizer. Made from a simple yeast dough, brushed with a rich garlic butter sauce, and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese, they deliver a deliciously comforting garlic bread experience that’s easy to make at home.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 3 and 3/4 cups bread flour
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 1 envelope active dry yeast (about 2 1/4 teaspoons)
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 and 1/2 cups warm water (110 – 115 °F)
  • 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons olive oil (divided)

Garlic Butter Coating

  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup fresh parsley, minced
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons garlic salt or garlic powder
  • 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare Dough Mixture: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook, combine bread flour, sugar, active dry yeast, and salt; whisk gently to blend all dry ingredients evenly.
  2. Form Dough: Turn the mixer to low speed and slowly add warm water and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Mix until a dough ball forms around the hook. If dough is sticky, add flour 1 tablespoon at a time until it forms a firm ball; if too dry, add water 1 tablespoon at a time accordingly.
  3. Knead Dough: Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead into a smooth, firm ball, ensuring an even texture and elasticity.
  4. First Rise: Lightly grease a large bowl with the remaining 2 teaspoons of olive oil. Place the dough in the bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 90 minutes or until doubled in size.
  5. Divide and Rest: After rising, turn the dough onto a floured surface and split into two equal parts. Cover each with plastic wrap and let rest for 10 minutes to relax the gluten.
  6. Shape Dough Pieces: Dust each dough piece with flour, slice each into quarters, then cut each quarter in half again to make 16 pieces total per batch. Shape each piece into a ball, roll into a long rope, and tie into a knot.
  7. Second Rise: Place knots on a baking sheet lined with parchment or lightly greased. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and allow them to rise for 30 minutes at room temperature.
  8. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) while the knots finish their rise.
  9. Bake Knots: Remove plastic wrap, optionally brush knots lightly with some garlic butter, and bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown and firm to the touch.
  10. Prepare Garlic Butter Coating: While baking, melt butter over medium-low heat in a small pan. Stir in minced garlic and simmer gently for 1-2 minutes until fragrant without burning. Remove from heat and stir in minced parsley and garlic salt. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  11. Finish and Serve: Remove garlic knots from oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes. Brush generously with prepared garlic butter and sprinkle with finely grated Parmesan cheese. Serve warm for best flavor.

Notes

  • Use warm water (110-115°F) to activate the yeast properly; too hot or cold water will affect rising.
  • Adjust flour amounts as needed since humidity and flour types vary.
  • If you don’t have a stand mixer, knead the dough by hand for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  • You can store leftover knots in an airtight container and reheat them in the oven to maintain crispness.
  • For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the garlic butter sauce.
  • Use fresh minced garlic for best flavor; garlic powder can substitute in coating if preferred.

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