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Homemade Garlic Knots

Incredibly soft, fluffy, and flavorful garlic knots made from scratch, brushed with a fresh garlic and herb butter glaze.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 12 knots
Course: Side, Snack
Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Calories: 205

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2.25 tsp instant yeast one ¼-ounce packet
  • 1.5 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 cup warm whole milk about 110°F/43°C
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large egg at room temperature
For the Garlic Herb Glaze
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4-5 cloves fresh garlic finely minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese freshly grated, for finishing

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer (optional)
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Small saucepan

Method
 

  1. In a stand mixer bowl, whisk together 2 cups flour, sugar, yeast, salt, and garlic powder. In a jug, combine warm milk, olive oil, and egg.
  2. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Mix with a dough hook on low until combined. Gradually add remaining 1 cup flour until a soft dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
  3. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  4. Punch down dough. Turn out onto a floured surface and divide into 12 pieces. Roll each into a 7-inch rope and tie into a knot. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Cover knots and let rise for 30-45 minutes until puffy. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
  7. While baking, melt butter. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in parsley, salt, and pepper.
  8. As soon as knots come out of the oven, brush generously with the garlic butter glaze. Sprinkle immediately with Parmesan cheese. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For best results, use fresh garlic, not jarred. The milk must be warm, not hot, to activate the yeast. Knots are best served the day they are made.