Garlic Herb Knot Bread (Printable)

Twisted knots infused with garlic, herbs, and Parmesan for a flavorful, golden crust bread.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dough

01 - 3 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 cup warm water
03 - 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
04 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon salt
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Garlic Butter

07 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
08 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Topping

12 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

# How to Make:

01 - Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a small bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
02 - In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and olive oil, stirring until a shaggy dough forms.
03 - Knead dough on a lightly floured surface for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
04 - Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
05 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
06 - Punch down dough, divide into 12 equal pieces. Roll each into a 10-inch rope and tie into a loose knot.
07 - Place knots on the baking sheet, cover, and let rest for 10 minutes.
08 - Bake knots for 15 to 18 minutes until golden brown.
09 - While baking, combine melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and black pepper.
10 - Remove knots from oven, immediately brush with garlic butter, and sprinkle with Parmesan if desired.
11 - Serve knots warm freshly brushed with garlic butter.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They're ridiculously simple to make but look like you spent hours in the kitchen.
  • The garlic butter soaks into every crevice of the knot, so each bite is aromatic and buttery without being greasy.
  • They disappear faster than you can bake a second batch.
02 -
  • Brush the garlic butter on immediately after they come out of the oven—waiting even five minutes means they won't absorb it the same way.
  • The knots don't need to be tied perfectly; loose, casual knots actually rise higher and look more rustic and appealing.
  • If your kitchen is cold, let the dough rise in a turned-off oven with the light on, or even in a cooler that's been warmed with hot water—dough is slow and moody in cold kitchens.
03 -
  • Invest in a good instant-read thermometer and check that your water is between 105°F and 110°F—it's the only way to guarantee your yeast will perform consistently.
  • The secret to these staying soft overnight is brushing them with melted butter before they cool completely, which creates a moisture barrier that keeps them tender.

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