Best 4 Italian Knots Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Italy with our collection of soft, pillowy Italian knots recipes. These delectable treats are perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a party, enjoying a cozy movie night, or looking for a delightful snack. With variations ranging from classic garlic knots to cheesy stuffed knots and even sweet cinnamon knots, these recipes offer a symphony of tastes to tantalize your palate. Each recipe is carefully crafted with simple, wholesome ingredients, ensuring a homemade goodness that will leave you wanting more. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey to Italy with these irresistible Italian knots recipes. From the savory to the sweet, there's something for everyone to savor and enjoy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ITALIAN KNOT COOKIES



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These adorable little love knots are iced with the amazing taste of anise. A festive addition to any Easter dessert table or any other holiday.

Provided by Mary-Lou

Yield 4 Dozen(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

melted butter
sugar
large eggs
vanilla extract
all purpose flour
baking powder
pinch of salt
warm water
powdered sugar
anise extract
pinch of salt
water

Steps:

  • In a mixer, add melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Mix the flour with the baking powder and salt. Change to dough hooks and add flour mixture. Add the warm water and mix until it forms a smooth dough. Make 11/2 inch balls with dough. Roll balls out to about 4 inch worms. Bring one end over the other, then underneath and through the middle, like a knot. Place on baking sheet, four rows of four. (16 cookies on each sheet). Bake in 350F oven for 13 - 15 minutes. Let cool before icing. To Ice: Mix all ingredients together in a bowl. Add a little water until desired consistency. Dip cookie upside down into icing, then turn over onto waxpaper. Sprinkle with candy sprinkles.

ITALIAN KNOT COOKIES



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These Italian knot cookies are soft, sweet, glazed Sicilian biscotti, from a recipe my great-grandmother gave me, not hard like traditional biscotti, not baked twice...These should be kept in an airtight container.

Provided by ROBBILYNNE

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 45m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup white sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
½ cup margarine
¼ cup milk
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon almond extract
6 large eggs
4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon milk, or more as needed
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon colored sugar or festive sprinkles

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Cream sugar, butter, margarine, milk, vanilla extract, and almond extract together in a large bowl. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating briefly after each addition.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, and salt; add 1 cup at a time to the creamed mixture until a dough forms, using your hands if and when necessary. Turn out onto a floured board and knead briefly until smooth and a bit sticky, but not sticking to your hands. Set aside to rest for 5 minutes.
  • Pull off small pieces of dough, 1 at a time, and roll into a rope. Gently place one end towards the middle, followed by the other end, in a way to slightly overlap each other. Repeat to form remaining cookies and place on the prepared cookie sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven in batches until just turning a light brown on the bottom, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove to a wire rack and allow to cool slightly.
  • Meanwhile mix confectioners sugar, milk, and lemon juice together in a small bowl to form a thin glaze. Dip warm cookies in the glaze and sprinkle with sugar or sprinkles. Let set on waxed paper or a cooling rack to dry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.6 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 22.8 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 53 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

ITALIAN KNOTS



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This cookie is loved by anyone who tastes it . especially my Niece Margaret, she looks forward to them every holiday season. This recipe was given to me by my friend Irene Prignano, who always shared her recipes, she was a happy go lucky lady, who in 2005 died of breast cancer,I remember her a lot especially every time I make that cookie I think of her.

Provided by Rose Lavin @CHEESCAKE23

Categories     Cookies

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup(s) butter softened
1 cup(s) sugar
6 cup(s) all purpose flour
2 tablespoon(s) baking powder
8 - eggs
2 teaspoon(s) anise or rum extract
IRENE'S GLAZED ITALIAN KNOTS

Steps:

  • CREAM BUTTER, SUGAR. EGGS ,ADD RUM OR ANISE EXTRACT
  • ADD FLOUR, BAKING POWDER, MIX WELL TO MAKE A SOFT DOUGH
  • ROLL DOUGH INTO A CYLINDER SHAPE, SLICE DOUGH, THEN ROLL IT LONG SHAPE OVERLAP AND TIE INTO A KNOT.
  • AFTER BAKING, TAKE 4 CUPS OF CONFECTIONERS SUGAR, MIX WITH 1 BAR OF BUTTER 1/4 TSP OF ANISE EXTRACT COVER COOKIES WITH THIS GLAZE AND DECORATE WITH THE NONPARELLS.OR COLORED SUGAR.
  • Bake @350 degrees for 10 minutes

ICED ITALIAN KNOT COOKIES



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Christmas or Easter cookie.

Provided by Kim

Time 1h20m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups all-purpose flour
6 teaspoons baking powder
1 pinch salt
¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
¾ cup white sugar
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
¼ cup warm water
Icing:
2 cups powdered sugar
½ teaspoon anise extract
1 pinch salt
4 tablespoons water
candy sprinkles

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix flour, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl.
  • Combine butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment; beat until smooth and creamy. Change to the dough hook and gradually mix in flour mixture. Add warm water and mix until a smooth dough forms.
  • Roll dough into 1 1/2-inch balls. Roll each ball out to a 4-inch long worm. Bring one end over the other, then underneath and through the middle, like a knot. Place 16 cookies on a baking sheet, four rows of four.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are golden, 13 to 15 minutes. Cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Repeat to bake remaining 2 batches of cookies.
  • Meanwhile, mix powdered sugar, anise extract, and salt together in a bowl. Mix in water, a little at a time, until desired consistency.
  • Dip cooled cookies upside down into the icing, then turn over onto waxed paper. Sprinkle with candy sprinkles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.4 calories, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Cholesterol 19.3 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 72.5 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

Tips:

  • Use bread flour for a chewier texture.
  • Knead the dough for at least 5 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place for at least 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
  • Roll the dough out into a long rope and cut it into 1-inch pieces.
  • Tie each piece of dough into a knot and place it on a greased baking sheet.
  • Bake the knots at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
  • Serve the knots warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Italian knots are a delicious and easy-to-make bread that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, snack, or side dish. They are perfect for parties and potlucks, and can be made ahead of time and frozen. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create these delicious knots that the whole family will love.

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