Homemade Pretzels

1h 12m
Serves 4
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Directions

  1. 1Add 3/4 cup warm water, 1 teaspoon active dry yeast, and 1 teaspoon sugar to a measuring cup.
  2. 2Whisk the mixture.
  3. 3Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to activate the yeast.
  4. 4In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1 tablespoon of melted butter.
  5. 5Add the yeast mixture to the dry ingredients.
  6. 6Knead the dough for about 10 minutes using a stand mixer.
  7. 7Knead the dough by hand for a couple of minutes.
  8. 8Place the dough into a greased bowl and cover it.
  9. 9Let the dough rise for 1 hour.
  10. 10Cut the dough into four equal pieces.
  11. 11Roll out each piece of dough into a long rope.
  12. 12Grab the ends of the dough, cross them over, cross again, and then flip to form the pretzel shape.
  13. 13Bring some water to a boil in a saucepan.
  14. 14Add baking soda to the boiling water.
  15. 15Place each pretzel into the boiling water for about 30 seconds on each side.
  16. 16Transfer the boiled pretzels onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  17. 17Brush the pretzels with an egg wash.
  18. 18Sprinkle sea salt on top of the pretzels.
  19. 19Bake the pretzels at 450 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 to 12 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 0.75 cup warm water
  • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon melted unsalted butter
  • baking soda
  • egg wash
  • sea salt

Equipment

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Tips

  • The water should be 110 degrees F for activating the yeast.

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