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Cheese Filled Garlic Knots

Soft, golden garlic knots stuffed with gooey mozzarella and brushed with rich garlic butter — the perfect cheesy appetizer or snack.
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Prep Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 38 minutes
Servings: 12 knots
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast (1 packet)
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup warm water (about 110°F)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
Filling & Topping
  • 8 oz mozzarella cheese cut into cubes
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Pastry brush
  • Small saucepan

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Stir in olive oil, salt, and flour. Mix until a dough forms, then knead for 6–8 minutes until smooth.
  3. Place in greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1 hour until doubled.
  4. Punch down, divide into 12–14 pieces. Flatten, add mozzarella cube, roll into rope, and tie into knots.
  5. Let rise 20–25 minutes while oven preheats to 400°F (200°C).
  6. Melt butter with garlic, garlic powder, oregano, and red pepper flakes in a saucepan for 1 minute.
  7. Brush knots with garlic butter, bake 15–18 minutes until golden.
  8. Brush again with butter, sprinkle parsley, and serve with marinara.

Notes

Perfect for parties or as a side to pasta night — best served warm with marinara.