Poppy Seed Bowknots
Elevate your bread-baking game with these delightful Poppy Seed Bowknots, a show-stopping addition to any meal. Crafted from soft, buttery dough, these elegant bow-shaped rolls strike the perfect balance between tender and airy. Sprinkled with nutty poppy seeds and brushed with melted butter, they deliver a subtly rich flavor and an irresistible golden crust. This recipe is surprisingly beginner-friendly, featuring straightforward steps like kneading and shaping, while the stunning presentation makes it ideal for holidays, dinner parties, or anytime you want to impress. Perfect as a side dish or a savory snack, these homemade bowknots are sure to disappear fast. Add warmth and charm to your table with these bakery-quality poppy seed rolls that taste as good as they look!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 0.75 cup Warm milk (110°F/43°C)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 Egg, lightly beaten
- 1 tablespoon Poppy seeds
- 2 tablespoons Butter, room temperature, for brushing
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and active dry yeast.
Warm the milk to approximately 110°F (43°C) and add it to the dry ingredients. Mix well.
Add the melted butter and the lightly beaten egg to the mixture. Stir until a soft dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal portions.
Roll each portion into a rope about 10 inches long, then tie it into a loose knot, tucking the ends underneath to form a bowknot shape.
Place the bowknots on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Cover with a towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush each bowknot with room-temperature butter and sprinkle with poppy seeds.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the bowknots are golden brown and baked through.
Remove from the oven and allow the bowknots to cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
194 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.3 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 175 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.1 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 69 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
