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Soft Pretzels Recipe

Delicious homemade soft pretzels, perfect for snacking.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Snack
Cuisine: German
Servings: 8 pretzels
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet active dry yeast about 2 ¼ teaspoons
  • 1 ½ cups warm water 110°F
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup baking soda
  • 1 large egg beaten, for egg wash
  • to taste coarse sea salt for topping

Instructions 

  1. In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water. Add the sugar and salt, and stir until combined.
  2. Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  3. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes.
  4. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope and shape into a pretzel.
  5. In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water and the baking soda to a boil. Drop each pretzel into the boiling water for 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a baking sheet.
  6. Brush each pretzel with the beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
  7. Bake at 450°F for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 30IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 2mg

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