Elevate your snack game with these delicious Homemade Soft Pretzels. These warm, chewy pretzels are a quintessential treat, perfect for satisfying both savory and salty cravings. With just a few simple ingredients, you can recreate the classic pretzel shop experience right in your own kitchen.

Homemade Soft Pretzel Recipe

Craft delectable Homemade Soft Pretzels that boast a golden-brown crust and a tender interior. This recipe guides you through the process of making and shaping the dough, resulting in delightful pretzels that are ideal for sharing or savoring on your own.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 15

rising time 2

Course Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine American

Equipment

mixing bowl
baking sheet
parchment paper
large pot
slotted spoon

Ingredients

all purpose flour
kosher salt
vanilla extract
granulated sugar
warm water
dry yeast
melted butter

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, active dry yeast, salt, and sugar. Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes foamy.
Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the yeast mixture, mixing until the dough comes together. Knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until it's smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a long rope, about 20 inches in length
Shape each rope into a U-shape. Cross the ends over each other, then twist them once. Press the twisted ends down onto the curved section to form a pretzel shape. Place the formed pretzels onto the prepared baking sheet.
In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water to a boil. Carefully add the baking soda (it will bubble up) and reduce the heat to a simmer. Using a slotted spoon or spider strainer, dip each pretzel into the simmering water for about 20-30 seconds. This step helps create the classic pretzel texture.
Remove the pretzels from the water bath and place them back on the baking sheet. Sprinkle coarse salt over the tops of the pretzels. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the pretzels are golden brown.
If desired, brush the baked pretzels with melted butter for a glossy finish.
Allow the pretzels to cool slightly before serving. They are best enjoyed warm and fresh, but they can also be stored in an airtight container for a day or two.

SOURCE: MY RECIPE JOINT

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Notes

Customize your pretzels by adding toppings like sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or shredded cheese before baking.
Feel free to experiment with different dips and sauces for serving, such as mustard, cheese sauce, or honey.
These pretzels are a fun and rewarding baking project, perfect for enjoying with family and friends.

Nutrition

Serving: 900g

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