Description
These Irresistible Garlic Knots are soft, flavorful bites infused with garlic butter, making them a must-try comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups All-purpose flour (Substitute with bread flour for chewier texture.)
- 2 teaspoons Yeast (Both instant and active dry work well.)
- 1.5 cups Warm water (Ensure it’s between 100–110°F.)
- 1 tablespoon Sugar (Can substitute with honey.)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (Essential for flavor.)
- 4 cloves Garlic (Fresh is recommended for best flavor.)
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter (Replace with olive oil for vegan option.)
- Herbs (such as parsley or oregano) (Get creative with your favorites.)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together warm water, yeast, and sugar. Allow it to sit for 5-10 minutes until bubbly.
- Gradually add the flour and salt to the yeast mixture, stirring until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic.
- Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area until it doubles in size, about 1 hour.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently. Divide it into equal pieces, roll each piece into a strip, and twist it into a knot shape.
- Arrange the shaped knots on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover them, and let them rest for another 30 minutes.
- In a small saucepan, melt unsalted butter over low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the garlic knots for 15-20 minutes until they are golden brown.
- As soon as the knots come out of the oven, brush them generously with the warm garlic butter. Enjoy immediately!
Notes
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 garlic knot
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg