Description
Delicious homemade classic pretzels that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) instant yeast
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp kosher salt
- ⅓ cup baking soda
- 4 tbsp melted butter
- Coarse sea salt (for topping)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, brown sugar, and yeast. Let sit until foamy (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in flour and kosher salt until a rough dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled (about 1 hour).
- Punch down the dough and divide it into equal pieces. Roll each piece into long ropes and twist them into classic pretzel shapes.
- Boil water with baking soda in a pot. Briefly dip each pretzel before placing them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Brush melted butter over each pretzel and sprinkle with coarse salt. Bake at 450°F (232°C) for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- Ensure water temperature is accurate for the yeast to activate.
- Experiment with toppings like sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning for variety.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: snacks
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg