Baked Soft Pretzels
Discover the ultimate comfort food with these irresistibly soft and golden Baked Soft Pretzels, made from scratch with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and a touch of melted butter for an extra tender dough. Perfectly chewy with a shiny, golden crust courtesy of a quick baking soda boil and an egg wash, these pretzels are a homemade masterpiece. The recipe is surprisingly easy, featuring a warm rise for fluffy dough and a no-fuss shaping technique to achieve that classic pretzel twist. Serve them fresh out of the oven with your favorite dipping sauces, or enjoy their savory flavor as is, thanks to a generous sprinkle of coarse salt. With just 20 minutes of prep and a short bake time, this recipe is perfect for snack lovers, game day gatherings, or an impressive homemade treat. Perfect your soft pretzel game today!
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Ingredients
- 4.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 packet Active dry yeast
- 1.5 cups Warm water (110°F/45°C)
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt (for dough)
- 1 tablespoon Salt (for topping)
- 0.6667 cup Baking soda
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 Egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons Water
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water with the sugar and salt, then sprinkle the yeast on top. Allow it to sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes foamy.
Step 2
Add the flour and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Mix on low speed using a dough hook attached to your stand mixer until the ingredients are well combined. Increase to medium speed and continue to mix the dough until it is smooth and pulls away from the side of the bowl, about 4-5 minutes.
Step 3
Remove the dough from the bowl and shape it into a ball. Grease a large clean bowl with a little oil, and place the dough inside, turning to coat with oil. Cover with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until the dough has doubled in size.
Step 4
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking spray.
Step 5
In a wide pot, bring a quart of water to a boil. Slowly add the baking soda, reducing the heat to a simmer.
Step 6
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a 24-inch rope and form a U shape, crossing the ends over each other and pressing them down into the base to form the traditional pretzel shape.
Step 7
Gently place each pretzel into the simmering baking soda solution for about 30 seconds, then remove them using a slotted spoon and let the excess water drain. Place them on the prepared baking sheets.
Step 8
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and the 2 tablespoons of water. Brush the top of each pretzel with the egg wash and sprinkle generously with the coarse salt.
Step 9
Bake the pretzels in the preheated oven for about 12-14 minutes or until they are dark golden brown.
Step 10
Transfer the pretzels to a wire cooling rack. Serve them warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1176.9 grams (1176.9g) |
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| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2341 |
| Total Fat 33.10g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat 17.00g | 85% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 247mg | 82% |
| Sodium 49122mg | 2136% |
| Total Carbohydrate 440.40g | 160% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.10g | 58% |
| Total Sugars 26.70g | |
| Protein 61.40g | 123% |
| Vitamin D 18IU | 91% |
| Calcium 105mg | 8% |
| Iron 26mg | 143% |
| Potassium 744mg | 16% |
Source of Calories