Homemade Soft Pretzels: Easy Recipe for a Perfect Snack
Learn how to make delicious and soft homemade pretzels with this easy recipe.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 pretzels 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup warm water
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup baking soda
- 1 large egg, beaten
- coarse salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
- In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour and salt to the mixture and knead until smooth.
- Divide the dough into 8 pieces, roll each into a long rope, and shape into pretzels.
- Boil water and add baking soda. Dip each pretzel in the water for about 30 seconds.
- Place the pretzels on a baking sheet, brush with beaten egg, and sprinkle with coarse salt.
- Bake for about 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- Serve warm for the best taste.
- Experiment with toppings like cheese or garlic.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Homemade Soft Pretzels, Pretzel Recipe, Easy Snack