5 from 18 votes
Knotted Rolls
Knotted Rolls are soft, buttery yeast rolls shaped by tying strips of dough into knots. The dough incorporates eggs, milk, sugar, butter, and salt, yielding a tender crumb with a rich flavor. The technique of spreading butter over rolled dough before folding adds layers and softness. These rolls are versatile and can be served plain or transformed into garlic knots with a simple butter and garlic topping.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
12 mins
Additional Time
3 hrs 15 mins
Servings:
16
Calories:
274 kcal
Course:
Side Dish, Bread
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons yeast
- 1/4 cup water about 110 degrees and slightly warm to the touch, warm
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 cup milk warmed, whole
- 3 large egg
- 5 to 5 1/4 cups flour (plus more if too sticky)
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 4 to 8 Tablespoons butter (softened)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, add yeast, warm water, and 1 teaspoon of sugar and set aside to proof. Let the yeast bubble and form for at least 5-10 minutes.
- In a small saucepan, heat butter, sugar, and milk over medium-low heat until melted and warmed. You don't want this mixture to be too hot or to boil, but just warmed enough for the butter to melt. Set aside.
- In a stand mixer or a large bowl, add flour and salt. Add eggs and proofed yeast. Once the milk mixture has cooled to just a warm temperature, add milk to the bowl. Mix for 5-7 minutes. Watch for the dough to start to come off the sides of the bowl. Add 1-3 Tablespoons of flour, if needed.
- Cover the bowl and set aside to rise in a warm place until double in size, about 2 hours.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a large rectangle. Spread 4 Tablespoons of softened butter all of the dough. Then fold into thirds (so they are layered on top of each other). Cut into 1-inch strips. Then tie the strips into a knot. Place on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Allow some room for the rolls to expand a little.
- Let rise for 30-45 minutes. While raising, preheat oven to 350 degrees. Bake for 14-17 minutes or until a light golden brown color. Brush rolls with the remaining 4 Tablespoons of softened butter. Serve warm or store in an air-tight container.
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Notes
- This dough can be turned into garlic knots by brushing the baked rolls with a mixture of softened butter, minced garlic, and fresh Italian parsley.
- Adjust flour quantity as needed to get a slightly sticky but workable dough.
- Allow the dough to rise sufficiently until doubled for a soft texture.
Nutrition Information
Calories
274kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
39g
(13%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
10g
(15%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Trans Fat
0.4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
59mg
(20%)
Sodium
379mg
(16%)
Potassium
86mg
(2%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Vitamin A
340IU
(7%)
Vitamin C
0.001mg
(0%)
Calcium
33mg
(3%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 16 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 274
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 274kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 59mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 379mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 86mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 340IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 0.001mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.