Description
These soft pretzel knots are packed with gooey cheese, fresh basil pesto, and finished with a savory garlic butter drizzle. Perfect for parties, game nights, or a delicious snack, these homemade knots are soft, chewy, and loaded with flavor.
Ingredients
For the Pretzel Dough:
- 1 3/4 cups warm water
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) salted butter, melted
- 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
For the Filling:
- 1/3 cup basil pesto
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
For Topping:
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
For the Garlic Butter:
- 6 tbsp butter
- 1-2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, basil, oregano, or parsley
Instructions
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In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine warm water, honey, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until bubbly.
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Add melted butter and flour. Mix on medium speed until dough is smooth and pulls away from the sides of the bowl (3-4 minutes). If needed, adjust with additional flour or water, 1 tbsp at a time. Cover and let rise in a warm spot for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
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On a floured surface, roll out dough into a 16×14-inch rectangle, about ¼ inch thick. Spread pesto evenly over the surface, then sprinkle with cheddar and mozzarella.
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Fold dough in half, pressing lightly to adhere. Cut into 16 strips. Twist each strip into a loose knot and place on the baking sheets.
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Brush knots with beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds and coarse salt. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown.
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While baking, melt butter in a small saucepan. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Remove from heat and mix in parmesan and fresh herbs.
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Spoon garlic butter over warm pretzel knots and serve immediately with extra for dipping. Enjoy!
Notes
- These knots are best served warm but can be reheated in the oven at 350°F for 5 minutes.
- Substitute whole wheat flour for a heartier texture.
- Try sun-dried tomato pesto for a different flavor twist!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 knot
- Calories: 294 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg