Description
Easy Homemade Soft Pretzels are the ultimate snack for any occasion! These delightful treats feature a warm, chewy center with a golden-brown crust, topped with coarse sea salt for that perfect crunch. Whether you’re hosting a game night or enjoying a cozy evening at home, these pretzels are sure to impress your friends and family. Serve them with mustard or cheese dip for an irresistible flavor combination that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup warm water (110°F)
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 3 tbsp baking soda
- Coarse sea salt (for topping)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water and yeast; let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Stir in sugar and salt, then gradually add flour until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Punch down the dough, divide into 8 pieces, roll each into ropes, and twist into pretzel shapes.
- Boil water in a pot, add baking soda, and boil each pretzel for 30 seconds before transferring to baking sheets.
- Brush with melted butter, sprinkle with coarse sea salt, and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg