Description

These Garlic Butter Sourdough Knots transform sourdough starter or discard into golden, fluffy pull-apart bread brushed with rich garlic butter. Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, this recipe yields tender knots with a chewy crumb, buttery topping, and a hint of tang from the sourdough. With simple pantry staples, straightforward steps, and optional add-ins like parmesan or herbs, you can enjoy freshly baked garlic knots in under two hours. Serve warm with pasta, soup, or on their own for an irresistible side or appetizer.

Ingredients

Scale

3 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup active sourdough starter or discard

3/4 cup water

1 tsp instant yeast

1 tbsp sugar

2 tbsp olive oil

1 1/2 tsp salt

4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

3–4 cloves fresh garlic, minced

1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

sea salt flakes, for topping

2 tbsp grated parmesan (optional)

1/2 tsp dried oregano (optional)

1/2 tsp dried basil (optional)

1/2 tsp dried thyme (optional)

1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

1. Combine sourdough starter or discard, water, sugar, and olive oil in a bowl and stir to blend

2. Add flour and salt and mix on low speed until dough forms

3. Knead dough 8-10 minutes with a mixer or 12 minutes by hand until smooth and elastic

4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 60-90 minutes

5. Turn dough onto a floured surface, roll into a 1/2 inch thick rectangle, and cut into 1×6 inch strips

6. Tie each strip into a loose knot and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet

7. Cover and proof knots until puffy, 30-45 minutes

8. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake knots 18-22 minutes until golden

9. While baking, melt butter, stir in garlic, parsley, and salt

10. Brush hot knots with garlic butter and sprinkle with parmesan or sea salt if desired

11. Let knots cool on a rack 5 minutes and serve warm

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: bread
Method: baking
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 knot

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