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These made from scratch garlic knots are a wonderful addition to any table. Fluffy and light and brushed with garlic butter, this is one delicious recipe!

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Homemade Garlic Knots Recipe

I can never say no to garlic bread, and these garlic knots hit all the right spots. Perfect to serve as a holiday side, or as an appetizer with your favorite dips, this is a must-try recipe!

Made from scratch, you are sure to impress with these beauties!

Be sure to try my Garlic Pull Apart Rolls and Homemade Garlic Bread too!

Why you’ll love this Easy Garlic Knots recipe:

  • QUICK AND EASY: These are quick to prep and cook, you just need to have a bit of patience to allow the dough to rise.
  • MAKE AHEAD: These knots have a fairly good shelf life and can be made days ahead of time, perfect if you are planning to serve them as part of a big feast.
  • PERFECT FOR ANY OCCASION: These are a great addition to any celebration meal, in place of your usual dinner rolls, and they work great with your favorite Italian dishes too.
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How to Make Garlic Knots from Scratch

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  1. Activate the yeast in sugar and water.
  2. Stir in oil, salt, and flour.
  3. Turn the dough out onto a surface and knead.
  4. Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and allow to rise.
  5. Cut the dough into pieces and tie into knots.
  6. Allow to rest.
  7. Bake.
  8. Once golden brown, brush with the garlic butter and allow to cool.
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How long do they keep?

These garlic knots will keep well in an airtight container for up to 5 days. If you are making them ahead of time, don’t add the garlic butter, instead, brush these on before serving. If you like, you can warm the rolls before serving by placing in a warm oven for a few minutes.

Can you freeze them?

These knots freeze well, but again, if you plan on doing this, don’t add the garlic butter. They will keep frozen well for up to 3 months and can be thawed at room temperature before serving.

What do you serve them with?

These make a great addition to any holiday table, or enjoy them dipped into some marinara sauce for a tasty appetizer. Serve them up with all of these holiday faves:

  • Prime Rib Roast
  • Smoked Turkey Breast
  • Pork Crown Roast
  • Whole Roast Chicken
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Tips!

  • Knead the dough for at least 10 minutes. It should be tacky but not sticky.
  • Allow two hours for the dough to rise.
  • If making ahead of time, don’t add the garlic butter til you are ready to serve.
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These easy garlic knots are such a delicious addition to any table. Full of flavor and made from scratch, they are perfectly light and fluffy.

More Breads and Homemade Roll Recipes we Love

  • Homemade Hawaiian Rolls
  • Buttermilk Spoon Bread
  • Homemade Crescent Rolls
  • Dutch Oven Jalapeno Bread

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Recipe

Garlic Knots Recipe

4.74 from 19 votes

Author: Becky Hardin

Prep: 15 minutes minutes

Cook: 13 minutes minutes

Total: 2 hours hours 28 minutes minutes

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These made from scratch garlic knots are a wonderful addition to any table. Fluffy and light and brushed with garlic butter, this is one delicious recipe!

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup water 227 grams, warm (105-110°F)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 13 grams
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast 6 grams
  • 5 tablespoons olive oil 63 grams, divided
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2½-3 cups all-purpose flour 300-360 grams
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 42 grams
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 6 grams
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 gram

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Instructions

  • Stir the water, sugar, and yeast together in a large bowl then let it activate for 5 minutes.

    1 cup water, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons active dry yeast

  • Add 2 tablespoons of the oil and salt and stir to combine then add 2½ cups of the flour and stir again until combined.

    5 tablespoons olive oil, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, 2½-3 cups all-purpose flour

  • Lightly dust a countertop with flour then turn the dough out on to the counter.

  • Knead the dough together for 10 minutes, adding just enough flour along the way to prevent sticking. You want the dough to be tacky but not sticky so don’t add too much flour.

  • Spread some oil around the bowl that you used to mix the dough then tuck in the edges of the dough and set it inside of the bowl.

  • Spray the top of the dough with the nonstick spray then cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-1½ hours.

  • Cut the dough into 12-15 equal pieces then roll each piece into a 4-inch-long rope and gently tie a knot with the dough.

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, then place the knots on the pan evenly spaced.

  • Spray the tops with nonstick spray and let them rest for 30 minutes.

  • Ten minutes before baking, preheat oven to 400°F.

  • Bake the knots for 8-10 minutes, or until light and golden on top.

  • While the knots are baking, mix the remaining oil, butter, parsley, garlic, and oregano together in a small saucepan set over medium heat.

    3 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, 3 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • Stir and cook just until the garlic becomes fragrant, then remove the pan from the heat and let it cool a bit while the bread cooks.

  • Brush the olive oil mix on top of the knots and let them cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

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Becky’s tips

  • Brush the garlic butter on the bread before serving.
  • Knead the dough for at least 10 minutes. It should be tacky but not sticky.
  • Allow two hours for the dough to rise.

Storage:Store garlic knots without garlic butter in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Brush with garlic butter before serving.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1knot Calories: 184kcal (9%) Carbohydrates: 22g (7%) Protein: 4g (8%) Fat: 9g (14%) Saturated Fat: 3g (19%) Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g Monounsaturated Fat: 5g Trans Fat: 0.1g Cholesterol: 8mg (3%) Sodium: 100mg (4%) Potassium: 57mg (2%) Fiber: 1g (4%) Sugar: 1g (1%) Vitamin A: 147IU (3%) Vitamin C: 1mg (1%) Calcium: 11mg (1%) Iron: 1mg (6%)

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Meet Becky Hardin

Becky Hardin is a wife and mother living in Saint Louis Missouri. She founded The Cookie Rookie in 2012 as a creative way to share recipes. Now, she is a trusted resource for easy cooking around the world, being featured in Taste of Home, The Kitchn, ABC’s Home and Family, and more. Here at The Cookie Rookie she is the editor in chief of all recipes and continues to enjoy sharing her passion for cooking for busy families. She has since founded two additional food blogs, Easy Chicken Recipes and Easy Dessert Recipes.

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Alexandra

Posted on 3/9/2024

This recipe is very easy to follow and tastes delicious. I really like how she added the measurements to the instructions so that you don’t have to go back and fourth from ingredients to instructions. Will be making it for the second time tonight, a huge family favorite!Garlic Knots Recipe - The Cookie Rookie® (16)

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Alysha

Posted on 12/6/2023

Does it have to be all purpose flour or can it be bread flour????

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Samantha Marceau

Posted on 12/6/2023

Reply to Alysha

You can absolutely use bread flour, but you may need to add some extra water to the dough so just keep an eye on it!

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Meghann

Posted on 11/7/2023

Can I use this recipe to make the dough in a bread machine?

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Samantha Marceau

Posted on 11/7/2023

Reply to Meghann

I haven’t used a bread machine before, but I don’t see why not!

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Candice

Posted on 5/30/2023

These garlic knots were super delicious. Thanks for sharing your recipe!Garlic Knots Recipe - The Cookie Rookie® (17)

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Samantha Marceau

Posted on 5/31/2023

Reply to Candice

Those look great, Candice! Thanks so much for sharing!

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Mallory

Posted on 2/24/2023

Hello! I just made these the other night and they are delicious! I just made another batch, but realized I have to leave before they are done resting for the 1 1/2 hours. Can I leave this out longer or should I refrigerate?

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Samantha Marceau

Posted on 2/24/2023

Reply to Mallory

We would definitely refrigerate them or they will overproof!

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Paige

Posted on 2/20/2023

Ah! I didn’t realize until they were already on the second rise that I didn’t read step 2 and, instead, went by the ingredient list underneath that told me to put all 5 tablespoons of oil…. gonna have to try this recipe again and read more carefully 😂

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Samantha Marceau

Posted on 2/20/2023

Reply to Paige

Oh, no! We’re so sorry this didn’t work out for you on the first try!

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Jen

Posted on 12/23/2021

This looks delicious! I’ll be making these for a family holiday gathering but wanted to make them ahead. You mentioned I could freeze them. When reheating do I do so in the oven at same temp and brush with butter/garlic mixture after reheating or before? Thank you for your help!Garlic Knots Recipe - The Cookie Rookie® (19)

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Becky Hardin

Posted on 12/29/2021

Reply to Jen

Definitely if it looks needed!

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Sunita Razdan

Posted on 9/19/2021

Hi there. Although I am yet to make these beautiful garlic knots but yours look incredibly sweet 💖

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Becky Hardin

Posted on 9/22/2021

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I can’t wait for you to try it out!

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FAQs

How do you cook New York Bakery Garlic Knots? ›

Instructions. Preheat oven to 425°F. Place Garlic Knots flat on baking sheet with edges. Bake 7-9 minutes and until golden brown.

Who made the first garlic knot? ›

Some say a Queens pizzeria invented the garlic knot in 1973 to avoid food waste. However, Anthony Sette, the owner of Anthony's Place in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, says “garlic rolls” – a precursor to garlic knots – were served by his restaurant's former occupants in 1947.

How long are Garlic Knots good for? ›

Cover and store leftover knots at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Freeze baked and cooled knots for up to 3 months. Thaw on the counter, then reheat as desired.

How to cook Furlani Garlic Knots? ›

Remove knots from bag and place on baking tray. 3. Bake for approximately 8 minutes or until golden brown. If frozen, preheat toaster oven or grill to 350°F and bake for 10 minutes or until golden brown.

What temperature do you bake New York garlic knots? ›

Preparation Instructions
  • Preheat convection oven to 350°F (conventional oven to 375°F).
  • Place frozen Garlic Knots on a parchment lined sheet pan.
  • Bake Garlic Knots 7-9 minutes. Note: cooking equipment, equipment settings, and kitchen conditions will vary so cooking time may need adjusting. ...
  • Remove from oven.
  • Serve.

Are garlic knots a New York thing? ›

Garlic knots are a type of garlic bread found primarily in pizzerias around New York City and the surrounding regions. They were developed in the 1940s in Brooklyn. Many pizzerias claim to be the progenitors of the baked good.

How old are garlic knots? ›

Garlic knots are a type of bread with garlic. They are usually found in pizza places around the New York City and in other areas. They were first made in 1973 by people who wanted to use pastry left over from cooking pizza.

Who brought garlic to America? ›

Garlic was probably brought to America from the Old World by the Spaniards, but Native Americans likely had been consuming their own native wild garlic for centuries.

Why are garlic knots knots? ›

Garlic Knots start as leftover pizza dough which is stretched and then cut into strips. Those strips then get tied in an overhand knot and baked in a hot pizza oven. Once they are baked, they get coated with a generous helping of olive oil to add flavor as well as texture and color to the knot.

Can you eat garlic bread 10 days out of date? ›

Within reason, provided the food looks and smells as you would expect, it should be safe to eat, even if the 'best-before' date has passed.

What do you eat with garlic knots? ›

Easy homemade Garlic Knots recipe with butter garlic topping. They're soft, chewy, and a great side to pizza, pasta, and salad.

Is it OK to eat out of date garlic bread? ›

The expiration date on bread does not mean the bread will make you ill if you eat it after the date, it means that if you do not the bread may be stale or mouldy by then. Bread that is not mouldy is always safe to eat.

Should garlic knots be refrigerated? ›

But you can store them at room temperature in a bread basket or airtight container for 1-2 days. You can store them longer in the fridge 2-4 days but they will harden. I suggest reheating them to get them soft to eat.

How do you store leftover garlic knots? ›

Storage and reheating

Store leftover garlic knots in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. If you have an air fryer, I recommend reheating them in an air fryer at 400°F for 4 minutes. If you don't have an air fryer, I recommend reheating them in the oven.

Can you leave garlic knots out? ›

Like any yeast bread, these gf garlic knots are best the day they're made (that's why they call it “day old bread”!), but if you bake them until they're just slightly brown on top, they'll stay fresh in a sealed container at room temperature for another day or so.

How long to cook New York Bakery garlic bread? ›

Conventional Oven

Preheat oven to 425°F. Place slices flat on a baking sheet with edges. Bake at 425? F for 8-10 minutes on middle shelf of oven.

How do you cook frozen Garlic Knots? ›

Conventional OvenPreheat oven to 425degF. Place Garlic Knots flat on a baking sheet with edges. Bake on middle rack 4–5 minutes or until golden brown. Keep frozen until ready to use.

How long to cook New York garlic bread in oven? ›

Bake on middle rack 5-6 minutes or until golden brown. Preheat oven to 425°F. Place Bread Sticks flat on baking sheet/aluminum foil. Bake 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.

How long do I cook frozen Garlic Knots? ›

Preheat oven to 400 degrees and bake from frozen until they are nicely browned on top and thawed in the center (10-15 minutes). 9. Brush with garlic butter topping and serve.

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