Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Bavarian-style soft pretzels that are perfect for snacking or serving at parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup baking soda
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- Coarse sea salt (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour and salt to the yeast mixture and mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and roll each piece into a long rope, then shape into a pretzel.
- In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water and baking soda to a boil.
- Boil each pretzel for about 30 seconds, then remove and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush each pretzel with the beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- For a cheesy twist, add shredded cheese to the dough before shaping.
- Serve with mustard or cheese dip for extra flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg