Homemade Soft Pretzels: Easy, Indulgent Treats for Everyone
Delicious and easy-to-make homemade soft pretzels that everyone will love. Perfect for snacking or a party treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 pretzels 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups warm water
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ cup baking soda
- 1 egg, beaten
- coarse salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour, salt, and sugar. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Divide the dough into pieces and shape into pretzels.
- In a pot, bring water and baking soda to a boil.
- Boil each pretzel for 30 seconds, then place on a baking sheet.
- Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse salt.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- For a flavorful twist, add garlic powder or cheese to the dough.
- Serve warm with mustard or cheese sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 2.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Homemade Soft Pretzels, Soft Pretzel Recipe, Easy Pretzels