Description
Irresistible garlic knots bring Italian street charm straight to home kitchens, creating delicious comfort with simple ingredients. Warm, buttery twists of dough promise golden perfection that delights friends and family at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups (280 grams) all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup (180 milliliters) warm water (100°F to 110°F)
- 4 tablespoons (60 milliliters) melted butter
Yeast and Seasoning:
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons or 7 grams) active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Aromatics and Optional Topping:
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Activate yeast by dissolving it in warm water with sugar, allowing the mixture to become foamy and fragrant for 5-10 minutes.
- Combine flour and salt in a spacious mixing bowl, creating a foundation for the dough.
- Pour the activated yeast mixture into the flour, stirring until a rough, shaggy texture forms.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead vigorously for 10 minutes, developing a smooth and elastic consistency.
- Coat a clean bowl with olive oil, place the dough inside, and cover with a damp cloth, allowing it to rise in a warm environment for approximately 1 hour until it doubles in volume.
- Gently deflate the risen dough and divide it into uniform portions.
- Roll each portion into slender ropes and elegantly twist them into delicate knots.
- Arrange the knots on a greased baking sheet, maintaining slight separation between each piece.
- Generously brush the knots with a garlic-infused butter mixture, incorporating dried oregano for enhanced flavor.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes until they transform into golden, aromatic delicacies.
Notes
- Gluten-Free Option: Swap traditional flour with a gluten-free blend to accommodate those with wheat sensitivities, ensuring everyone can enjoy these delectable knots.
- Perfect Kneading Technique: Use the heel of your hand to push and fold the dough, creating a smooth and elastic texture that guarantees soft, pillowy garlic knots.
- Flavor Boost: Experiment with different herbs like rosemary or thyme in the garlic butter mixture to add unique, personalized taste dimensions to your knots.
- Make-Ahead Magic: Prepare the dough in advance and refrigerate overnight, allowing flavors to develop and saving time during busy meal preparations.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg