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Homemade Garlic Knots Recipe

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These Homemade Garlic Knots are soft, buttery, and packed with fresh garlic and Parmesan cheese. Made from scratch using simple ingredients, the dough is kneaded and allowed to rise, then shaped into classic knots before being baked until golden brown. Brushed with a flavorful garlic butter sauce and sprinkled with parsley and Parmesan, they make a perfect appetizer or side for any Italian-inspired meal.

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 (approximately 2 1/4 teaspoons)
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 and 1/2 cups warm water, 110 – 115 degrees (F)
  • 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons olive oil (divided)

Garlic 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 Parmesan cheese, finely grated

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook, combine bread flour, granulated sugar, active dry yeast, and salt. Gently whisk to blend all dry ingredients evenly.
  2. Add Liquids and Form Dough: Turn mixer to low speed, gradually add warm water (110-115°F) and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Mix until dough forms a ball around the hook. If dough is sticky, add more flour gradually; if too dry, add more water gradually until a cohesive ball forms.
  3. Knead Dough: Transfer dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently until smooth and firm.
  4. First Rise: Grease a large bowl with remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil, place dough inside, cover with plastic wrap, and leave in a warm spot to rise for about 90 minutes or until doubled in size.
  5. Divide and Rest: Turn risen dough onto a floured surface, divide into 2 equal parts, cover each with plastic wrap and let rest for 10 minutes.
  6. Shape Dough Pieces: Dust top of each dough round with flour. Cut each round into quarters, flatten each quarter into a rectangle, then slice in half again, making 16 pieces in total. Dust pieces lightly with flour.
  7. Form Knots: Shape each piece into a ball, roll out into a rope, and tie into a knot. Place knots on a prepared baking sheet, cover loosely with plastic wrap, and let rise for 30 minutes until slightly puffed.
  8. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Remove plastic wrap from knots before baking.
  9. Bake Knots: Optionally brush knots with a little garlic butter before baking. Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes or until golden brown and firm.
  10. Make Garlic Coating: While knots bake, melt butter in a small pan over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and simmer for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned. Stir in fresh parsley and garlic salt, adjust seasoning if needed, then remove from heat.
  11. Finish and Serve: After baking, cool knots for 5 minutes. Brush them generously with the warm garlic butter coating, sprinkle evenly with Parmesan cheese, and serve warm.

Notes

  • Ensure water temperature is between 110-115°F for optimal yeast activation.
  • If dough sticks excessively, add flour one tablespoon at a time to avoid dryness.
  • Resting dough rounds helps with easier shaping and better texture.
  • Do not overcook garlic in butter coating to avoid bitterness.
  • For extra flavor, brushing knots with garlic butter before baking is optional but recommended.
  • Can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in oven for best freshness.

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