Garlic Knot Dinner Rolls with Roasted Garlic Butter
Soft, pillowy garlic knot rolls baked golden and brushed with a rich roasted garlic butter perfect for accompanying any dinner. This italian-inspired quick meals ready in about 108 minutes pairs (1 packet) active dry yeast, 110°F warm water, granulated sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 12, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup, 110°F warm water
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves roasted garlic cloves, mashed
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, dissolve 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast and 1 tbsp granulated sugar in 3/4 cup warm water (110°F), let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Step 2: Add 3 cups all-purpose flour and 1 tsp kosher salt to the yeast mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms; knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Step 3: Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Step 4: Preheat oven to 375°F. Divide dough into 12 equal pieces, roll each into a 6-inch rope, and tie into loose knots.
- Step 5: Place knots on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover with a towel, and let rise for 20 minutes.
- Step 6: Bake knots for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
- Step 7: Meanwhile, melt 6 tbsp unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat, stir in 4 mashed roasted garlic cloves and 1 tbsp olive oil; remove from heat.
- Step 8: Immediately brush warm garlic butter over the baked knots, sprinkle with 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley, and serve warm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Garlic Knot Dinner Rolls with Roasted Garlic Butter take to make?
Total time is about 108 minutes (90 min prep + 18 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Garlic Knot Dinner Rolls with Roasted Garlic Butter?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (1 packet) active dry yeast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic Knot Dinner Rolls with Roasted Garlic Butter?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Garlic Knot Dinner Rolls with Roasted Garlic Butter for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Garlic Knot Dinner Rolls with Roasted Garlic Butter?
Italian quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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