- Cuisine Italian
- Course Appetizer
- Prep 30 min
- Cook 15 min
- Serves 4
Ingredients
- 2 cups organic bread flour
- 1 tsp organic sea salt
- 1 packet (approx 2.25 tsp) organic active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup lukewarm filtered water
- 1 tbsp organic honey
- 1 tbsp avocado oil (for the rising bowl)
- 2 tbsp melted grass-fed butter
- 4 cloves organic garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
- 1/2 tsp additional sea salt for tossing
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What you'll need
- Half-sheet pan — Bake, broil, or roast appetizers on a flat, rimmed surface.
- Small ramekins — Individual portions for dips, baked eggs, and small bites.
- Pastry brush — Brush egg wash or oil on dough without tearing it.
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the warm water, honey, and yeast. Let rest for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Add the bread flour and sea salt to the mixture. Stir using a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for approximately 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a bowl greased with avocado oil, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope, tie into knots, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover loosely and let rest for 15–20 minutes until slightly puffed.
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
- While the knots bake, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley in a small bowl.
- Immediately brush the warm knots with the garlic herb mixture and sprinkle with extra salt before serving.
FAQ
Can I make these garlic knots gluten-free?
While this recipe uses organic bread flour, you can swap it with a gluten-free blend suitable for yeast baking to make them gluten-free. Note that the texture and characteristics may differ slightly.
Why is honey used instead of sugar in this recipe?
Honey provides natural sweetness without added sugars or artificial additives, and it also offers additional health benefits like antioxidants.
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