Learn to make soft, buttery garlic knots from scratch. These easy bread knots are perfect for pizza night or any gathering.
Author:purejoyalex
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:2 hours 5 minutes
Yield:12 knots 1x
Category:Appetizer
Method:Baking
Cuisine:Italian-American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 packet active dry yeast
1 teaspoon sugar
1 cup warm water (105-115°F)
3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for greasing
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine yeast, sugar, and warm water. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Mix until a shaggy dough forms. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Lightly grease a clean bowl with olive oil. Place the dough in the bowl, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
Punch down the dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces.
Roll each piece into a rope about 8 inches long. Tie each rope into a knot.
Place the knots on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and let rise for another 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, and parsley.
Brush the tops of the knots with the garlic butter mixture.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
While the knots are still warm, brush them with the remaining garlic butter mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter mixture.
These garlic knots are best served warm.
You can make the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it overnight.