Greek bakers twist these knots counterclockwise because rising dough naturally spirals right—fighting physics creates the perfect chewy texture.
Bread Roll Knots
Get ready to elevate your snack game with these fluffy bread roll knots, featuring the magic of Greek yogurt for that perfect texture! With just a handful of simple ingredients and a quick twist-and-knot technique, you'll whip up these mouthwatering delights in no time. Perfect for dipping or enjoying on their own, these knots are sure to impress at your next gathering!
Prep
10
min
Cook
20
min
Serves
2
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 2🫙Pantry Staples(2)
- 60g (3 heaped tbsp) self-raising flour (or all purpose with 1/2 tsp baking powder) (0.48 cup)all purpose with 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (5 ml)maple syrup
📦Other(1)
- 50g (2 tbsp) Greek or soya yoghurt (1.76 oz)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Mix flour, yoghurt and honey together to form a soft and smooth dough ball. It should NOT be sticky. Add more flour if it is.
- 2
Roll the dough out into a rectangular shape.
- 3
Fold in half, slice into two then twist and roll each one up into a knot.
- 4
Air fry on 180C for 10 mins or oven bake on 180C for 20 mins.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓When mixing the dough, aim for 60-65% hydration ratio (yogurt provides both moisture and acidity) - the dough should pass the windowpane test when stretched thin without tearing.technique60-65% hydration
- ✓Let the honey-yogurt dough rest for 15-20 minutes before shaping to allow gluten to relax and prevent springback when rolling into rectangles.timing15-20 minutes
- ✓Use Greek yogurt with 2-5% fat content for optimal texture - the lactic acid tenderizes gluten while proteins add structure, creating softer rolls than water-based doughs.ingredient2-5% fat content
- ✓Roll dough to exactly 1/4 inch thickness before folding to ensure even cooking - thicker sections will remain doughy while thinner areas overcook in the short air fry time.technique1/4 inch thickness
- ✓Preheat air fryer for 3-5 minutes before adding knots to ensure immediate crust formation at 180°C, which traps steam for proper rise and prevents dense texture.equipment3-5 minutes preheat
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Prep
10
min
Cook
20
min
Serves
2
people
Level
beginner
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Greek bakers twist these knots counterclockwise because rising dough naturally spirals right—fighting physics creates the perfect chewy texture.
Bread Roll Knots
Get ready to elevate your snack game with these fluffy bread roll knots, featuring the magic of Greek yogurt for that perfect texture! With just a handful of simple ingredients and a quick twist-and-knot technique, you'll whip up these mouthwatering delights in no time. Perfect for dipping or enjoying on their own, these knots are sure to impress at your next gathering!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 2🫙Pantry Staples(2)
- 60g (3 heaped tbsp) self-raising flour (or all purpose with 1/2 tsp baking powder) (0.48 cup)all purpose with 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (5 ml)maple syrup
📦Other(1)
- 50g (2 tbsp) Greek or soya yoghurt (1.76 oz)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Mix flour, yoghurt and honey together to form a soft and smooth dough ball. It should NOT be sticky. Add more flour if it is.
- 2
Roll the dough out into a rectangular shape.
- 3
Fold in half, slice into two then twist and roll each one up into a knot.
- 4
Air fry on 180C for 10 mins or oven bake on 180C for 20 mins.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓When mixing the dough, aim for 60-65% hydration ratio (yogurt provides both moisture and acidity) - the dough should pass the windowpane test when stretched thin without tearing.technique60-65% hydration
- ✓Let the honey-yogurt dough rest for 15-20 minutes before shaping to allow gluten to relax and prevent springback when rolling into rectangles.timing15-20 minutes
- ✓Use Greek yogurt with 2-5% fat content for optimal texture - the lactic acid tenderizes gluten while proteins add structure, creating softer rolls than water-based doughs.ingredient2-5% fat content
- ✓Roll dough to exactly 1/4 inch thickness before folding to ensure even cooking - thicker sections will remain doughy while thinner areas overcook in the short air fry time.technique1/4 inch thickness
- ✓Preheat air fryer for 3-5 minutes before adding knots to ensure immediate crust formation at 180°C, which traps steam for proper rise and prevents dense texture.equipment3-5 minutes preheat