Indulge in a culinary journey with our collection of golden knots recipes, a delightful treat that combines the richness of yeast dough with the sweetness of a cinnamon-sugar filling. These delectable knots are perfect for special occasions or as a sweet snack. Our recipes offer a variety of options to suit your preferences, from a classic golden knots recipe to a vegan and gluten-free version. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, our easy-to-follow instructions and helpful tips will guide you in creating these irresistible golden knots that are sure to impress your family and friends.
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GOLDEN KNOTS
No matter how you form these tender, golden rolls (cloverleaf or Parkerhouse shapes also work well), it's impossible to eat just one. My husband's aunt gave me this treasured recipe. -Pat Habiger, Spearville, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 40m
Yield 3-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve yeast and 2 tablespoons sugar in 1/2 cup water. In a saucepan, heat the milk, butter and remaining water to 110°-115°; add to yeast mixture. Add eggs, salt, 5 cups flour and the remaining sugar; beat until smooth. Add enough of the remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. Punch dough down. Divide into thirds; roll each portion into a 14-in. roll. Divide each roll into 14 pieces. Roll pieces into 9-in. ropes and tie into knots. Place the rolls 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Brush with melted butter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 141mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
MAKE AHEAD GOLDEN KNOTS
Prepare and partially bake these rolls on a day when you have plenty of time. Then freeze them for busy days ahead!
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 45m
Yield 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add 2 teaspoons sugar; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the milk, oil, salt, remaining sugar and 4 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Add enough flour to form a stiff dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-1/2 hours. , Punch dough down. Divide into four portions. Cover three pieces with plastic wrap. Shape one portion into 12 balls. To form knots, roll each ball into a 10-in. rope; tie into a knot. Tuck and pinch ends under. Repeat with remaining dough. , Place rolls on greased baking sheets; brush with butter. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 20-30 minutes. , To serve immediately, bake at 375° for 15-18 minutes. To freeze for later use, partially bake at 300° for 15 minutes. Cool and freeze. , To use frozen rolls: Reheat frozen rolls at 375° for 12-15 minutes or until browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 201mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
GOLDEN KNOTS
The best sweet rolls you'll ever taste! They don't last long in my house. They are delicious with or for breakfast...also a delicious roll for dinner! Enjoy!
Provided by Sara Stone
Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes
Time 2h15m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, dissolve yeast and 2 tablespoons sugar in warm water. Let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes. Warm the milk in a small saucepan until it bubbles, then remove from heat. Mix in the butter and remaining 1 cup sugar; stir until melted. Let cool until lukewarm.
- In a large bowl, combine the yeast mixture with the milk mixture, eggs, salt and 3 cups of flour; stir well to combine. Stir in the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, beating well after each addition. When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
- Punch down dough and divide into thirds; divide each portion in a 14 inch roll; divide each roll into 14 pieces. Roll the pieces into 9 inch ropes and tie into knots. Place the rolls 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Bake in preheated oven) for 15 minutes until lightly browned. Remove from oven and brush with melted butter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.7 calories, Carbohydrate 50.3 g, Cholesterol 34.8 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 286.8 mg, Sugar 12 g
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Make sure your yeast is active before using it. You can do this by dissolving it in a small amount of warm water with a pinch of sugar and letting it sit for 5-10 minutes. If it bubbles, it's active.
- Knead your dough until it is smooth and elastic. This will help to develop the gluten in the dough, which will make the knots chewy.
- Let your dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size. This will help to create light and airy knots.
- Bake your knots at a high temperature for a short amount of time. This will help to create a crispy crust and a soft interior.
Conclusion:
Golden knots are a delicious and versatile bread that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized with your favorite toppings. Whether you like them plain or topped with garlic butter, cheese, or your favorite herbs, golden knots are sure to be a hit.
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