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!
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!
Calories |
2248 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 85.4 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.8 g | 244% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 388 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 2513 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 314.7 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.7 g | ||
| Protein | 54.5 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.8 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 455 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 18.8 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 954 mg | 20% | |
*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.