We’ve covered Cottage Cheese Garlic Knots earlier, but here’s a polished version with extra tips for maximum fluffiness and flavor:
🧄🧀 Cottage Cheese Garlic Knots
Soft, cheesy, garlicky knots — perfect as a snack, side dish, or appetizer.
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 12–14 knots)
Dough:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- ¾ cup warm water (110°F / 43°C)
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Garlic Butter Topping:
- 3 tbsp butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
- Optional: ¼ cup grated Parmesan
🥣 Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Dough
- Dissolve sugar in warm water, sprinkle yeast on top, and let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt.
- Add cottage cheese, olive oil, and yeast mixture. Mix until soft dough forms.
- Knead 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Cover and let rise 1 hour until doubled.
2️⃣ Shape the Knots
- Punch down dough and divide into 12–14 pieces.
- Roll each into a rope (~6 inches) and tie into a knot.
- Place on greased or parchment-lined baking sheet.
3️⃣ Second Rise
- Cover lightly and let rise 20–30 minutes.
4️⃣ Bake
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake 15–18 minutes until lightly golden.
5️⃣ Garlic Butter Topping
- Mix melted butter + minced garlic + parsley.
- Brush over hot knots immediately.
- Optional: sprinkle Parmesan on top.
6️⃣ Serve
- Serve warm, optionally with marinara sauce or as a side to pasta.
🔥 Tips & Variations
- Extra Cheesy: Fold shredded mozzarella into dough or sprinkle on top before baking.
- Spicy Kick: Add crushed red pepper to garlic butter.
- Make-Ahead: Freeze shaped knots before the second rise; bake straight from frozen adding 2–3 minutes.
- Herby Twist: Use thyme or rosemary instead of parsley.
Do you want them soft and fluffy or slightly crispy on the outside?
