Description
These soft garlic knots with Parmesan are quick, comforting, and perfect for busy weeknights. They feature a pillowy soft texture, rich garlic flavor, and a cheesy Parmesan finish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ½ cups (420g) all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons (25g) sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons (9g) salt
- 1 ¼ cups (300ml) warm water (about 110°F / 43°C)
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
- 4 tablespoons (57g) unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
- ½ cup (50g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast (5 minutes): Pour warm water into a large mixing bowl, sprinkle yeast and sugar on top. Stir gently and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Make the Dough (7 minutes): Add olive oil, salt, and about 3 cups of flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until dough starts to come together. Turn out onto floured surface and knead in remaining ½ cup flour gradually until smooth and slightly sticky. Knead 5-7 minutes.
- Let the Dough Rise (20 minutes): Place dough in bowl, cover with kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and set in a warm place. Let rise until doubled in size.
- Shape the Knots (10 minutes): Turn dough onto floured surface, divide into 12 equal pieces. Roll each into 8-inch ropes and tie into loose knots. Place on baking sheet spaced apart.
- Prepare Garlic Butter (while shaping knots): Melt butter in small saucepan over low heat. Add minced garlic and cook 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in parsley.
- Bake and Brush (15 minutes): Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush knots with half the garlic butter. Bake 12-15 minutes until lightly golden.
- Finish with Parmesan and Butter (2 minutes): Brush knots with remaining garlic butter and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve warm.
Notes
Do not skip yeast proofing to ensure proper rising. Keep dough slightly sticky for softness. Cook garlic butter on low heat to avoid bitterness. Brush knots twice with garlic butter for best flavor and moisture. Use freshly grated Parmesan for optimal melting and flavor. Avoid overcrowding baking sheet to allow knots to expand.
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 knot
- Calories: 150
- Sodium: 230
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3.5
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Protein: 4
Keywords: garlic knots, Parmesan, soft bread, quick bread, easy recipe, weeknight dinner, garlic bread, homemade bread