Pretzels
Delicious homemade pretzels with a chewy texture and golden-brown crust, perfect for snacking or parties.
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet active dry yeast 2 1/4 tsp
- 1 cup warm water
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup baking soda
- 1 egg for egg wash
- Coarse sea salt for topping
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until bubbly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt.
- Gradually add the yeast mixture to the flour, mixing until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water and baking soda to a boil.
- Divide the dough into 12 pieces and shape each into a pretzel.
- Boil each pretzel in the baking soda water for 30 seconds, then remove and drain.
- Brush with egg wash, sprinkle with coarse salt, and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 4gFat: 1gFiber: 1g
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