Description
Indulge in warm, soft pretzels with a golden-brown crust and a chewy texture that evokes childhood memories of fairs and festivities.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 and 1/2 cups warm water
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2 and 1/4 tsp)
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup baking soda
- Coarse sea salt (to taste)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix warm water and sugar. Sprinkle yeast on top and let it sit for about five minutes until frothy.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt until well combined.
- Pour the activated yeast mixture into the flour mixture. Stir until combined, then knead on a floured surface for about five minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about one hour).
- Divide the risen dough into eight pieces. Roll each piece into long ropes (around 24 inches) and twist them into the classic pretzel shape.
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add baking soda. Carefully dip each pretzel into the bath for about 30 seconds before placing them on parchment-lined baking sheets. Sprinkle with coarse salt. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Enjoy your Homemade Soft Pretzels fresh from the oven with your favorite dipping sauces such as mustard or cheese sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel (85g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: <0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Experiment with toppings like garlic powder or everything bagel seasoning. For storage, keep pretzels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 5-7 minutes to restore softness.