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garlic knots

Easy Garlic Knots Recipe: Better Than Restaurant-Style

These soft, fluffy, and buttery garlic knots are easy to make and taste even better than restaurant-style! Made with simple ingredients and brushed with a rich garlic butter glaze, they’re the perfect side for pasta, pizza, or soup. Whether baked fresh or stored for later, these knots are always a crowd-pleaser!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 garlic knots 1x

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or bread flour for extra chewiness)
  • 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • ¾ cup warm water (about 110°F)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Garlic Butter Coating:

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan (optional, for extra cheesiness)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough : In a bowl, mix warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy. Add flour, salt, and olive oil, then knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth. Cover and let the dough rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.
  2. Shape the Garlic Knots : Roll the dough into a large rectangle and cut it into 12 equal strips. Take each strip, roll it into a rope, and tie it into a knot. Place the knots on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each.
  3. Bake to Perfection : Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush knots with olive oil and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Make the Garlic Butter : While the knots bake, melt butter in a pan and sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in parsley, oregano, and salt. Once knots are baked, brush generously with garlic butter and sprinkle with parmesan.
  5. Serve & Enjoy : Serve warm with marinara sauce, garlic butter dip, or ranch dressing.
  • Author: Norah
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Rise time: 1 hour
  • Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

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