Breadhive Pretzels Recipe
Served with choice of Craftsman Lager cheese or Asylum Porter mustard.
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Ingredients
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Pretzel Dough
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a large bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Make the Dough
Add the flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- 3
- 4
Shape the Pretzels
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope and shape into a pretzel.
- 5
Prepare Baking Soda Bath
In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water and baking soda to a boil. Boil each pretzel for about 30 seconds on each side.
- 6
Egg Wash
Place the boiled pretzels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush each pretzel with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
- 7
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- 8
Serve
Allow pretzels to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with Craftsman Lager cheese or Asylum Porter mustard.