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Ultimate Soft and Chewy Garlic Knots with Roasted Garlic Butter

A close-up of a mound of soft, golden-brown Garlic Knots drizzled with butter and sprinkled with fresh parsley.
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Make soft, chewy garlic knots from scratch using a simple yeast dough, finished with a rich roasted garlic butter topping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 cup warm water (105-115°F)
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for bowl
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 6 cloves garlic, roasted
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Mix the dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Pour in the yeast mixture and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 6 to 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. First rise: Lightly oil a clean bowl. Place the dough in the bowl, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  5. Prepare the topping: While the dough rises, roast 6 cloves of garlic until soft. Squeeze the roasted garlic pulp into a small saucepan. Add the butter and melt over low heat. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, parsley, and oregano. Keep warm.
  6. Shape the knots: Punch down the risen dough. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into an 8-inch rope. Tie each rope into a simple knot and tuck the ends underneath.
  7. Second rise: Place the knots on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover loosely and let rest for 20 minutes.
  8. Bake: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the knots for 12 to 15 minutes, until golden brown.
  9. Finish: Immediately brush the warm knots generously with the roasted garlic butter mixture. Serve warm.

Notes

  • For a spicy kick, add 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the melted butter mixture.
  • If you prefer a quicker method, substitute the scratch dough with one pound of store-bought pizza dough. Allow the dough to come to room temperature before shaping.
  • To roast garlic, wrap the whole head in foil with a drizzle of olive oil and bake at 400°F for 30-40 minutes until soft.

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