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Homemade Soft Pretzels

Enjoy these warm and chewy homemade soft pretzels, perfect for snacking or serving with dips, bringing a taste of carnival treats right to your kitchen.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 pretzels
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough ingredients
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 1/2 cups warm water
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Boiling and topping ingredients
  • 1/4 cup baking soda
  • to taste coarse sea salt for sprinkling
  • as needed butter for brushing

Method
 

Preparation of Dough
  1. In a bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water. Add sugar and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Gradually add the yeast mixture and knead until a soft dough forms.
  3. Cover and let the dough rest for 10 minutes.
Shaping and Boiling
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and shape each into a pretzel.
  3. Boil water in a large pot and add baking soda. Drop pretzels in the boiling water for about 30 seconds.
  4. Remove and place on a baking sheet. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse salt.
Baking
  1. Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  2. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Serve warm for the best experience. These pretzels go well with mustard, cheese sauce, or creamy dips. Store leftover pretzels in an airtight container for 1-2 days at room temperature or freeze wrapped in plastic wrap.