Description
Garlic Knots are soft, buttery, and packed with rich garlic flavor, making them the perfect appetizer, side dish, or snack. Easy to make from scratch, these savory knots are irresistible and customizable with herbs, cheese, and spices.
Ingredients
- For the dough:
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- For the garlic butter topping:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 5–6 garlic cloves, minced (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes, until it becomes foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough begins to form. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. If necessary, sprinkle with more flour while kneading.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down. Divide it into 12 equal pieces and roll each piece into a rope about 8 inches long. Tie each rope into a knot and tuck the ends under to form a knot shape.
- Place the knots on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
- While the knots bake, prepare the garlic butter topping by combining the melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Once the garlic knots are baked, remove them from the oven and brush them generously with the garlic butter mixture while they are still warm.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce, or enjoy them on their own!
Notes
- For extra flavor, sprinkle grated cheese on top of the knots before baking.
- If you prefer a spicy twist, add red pepper flakes to the garlic butter topping.
- Leftover garlic knots can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2-3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes to restore their freshness.
- You can freeze unbaked garlic knots by shaping them, placing them on a baking sheet, and freezing them solid. Transfer to a freezer bag and bake directly from frozen at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (not including rising time)
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 garlic knot
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
