Description
Delicious homemade garlic knots brushed with a buttery garlic-herb mixture, perfect for family gatherings or as a delightful side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm water (110°F/45°C)
- 2 ¼ tsp instant yeast (1 packet)
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Combine warm water, yeast, and sugar in a mixing bowl. Let sit for 5–7 minutes until foamy.
- Add flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture.
- Mix and knead for 6–8 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl. Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
- Punch down the dough gently.
- Divide into 12 pieces and roll each piece into ropes.
- Tie each rope into knots.
- Place the knots on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover and rise for another 20–25 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake the knots for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
- Melt butter in a pan over low heat.
- Add minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté briefly.
- Stir in parsley.
- Brush the warm knots with the garlic butter mixture.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For diabetic-friendly options, consider using sugar substitutes. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 knot
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg