Soft, buttery, and full of flavor, these Giant Garlic Knots are golden on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and coated in a rich garlic-herb butter that melts right into the warm dough. Perfect as a side, a snack, or even as burger buns for your Garlic Knot Double Smashburgers.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Soft & Fluffy: perfectly risen dough with a tender crumb.

Buttery Garlic Flavor: rich, aromatic, and completely addictive.

Easy to Make: simple dough that comes together with basic ingredients.

Versatile: great on their own, with pasta, or as a burger bun alternative.

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Serving Suggestion

Serve these buttery knots warm with marinara or garlic sauce for dipping. They also make the perfect buns for your Garlic Knot Double Smashburger soft, garlicky, and full of flavor.

Pro Tips for the Perfect Garlic Knots

Let the Dough Rise Fully: the longer rise gives a lighter, airier texture.

Use Fresh Garlic: enhances the flavor far more than powder alone.

Brush Twice: once right after baking, and again before serving for extra shine and flavor.

Don’t Overbake: remove as soon as they’re golden to keep them soft.

Ingredients

For the Dough

400 g all-purpose flour

220 ml warm water

5 g instant dry yeast

10 g sugar

1 tsp salt

1 tbsp garlic seasoning or garlic powder

25 g butter (softened)

25 ml neutral oil (or olive oil)

For the Garlic-Herb Butter

50 g butter, melted

4 garlic cloves, finely minced

1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

A small pinch of salt

Instructions

Activate the Yeast

In a large bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy and activated.

Make the Dough

Add flour, salt, garlic seasoning, softened butter, and oil. Mix and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

First Rise

Cover and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Shape the Knots

Divide the dough into 4 large portions. Roll each piece into a rope and tie into a knot. Tuck the ends underneath. Place on a parchment-lined tray, cover, and let rise again for 30–40 minutes.

Bake

Preheat the oven to 180 °C / 350 °F. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden brown.

Prepare the Garlic-Herb Butter

In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, parsley, and salt.

Brush & Serve

Immediately after baking, brush the hot knots generously with garlic butter. Cover lightly for 10 minutes to keep them soft and fluffy.