Bavarian Pretzels Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
Baking Solution
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (1.5 cups) with sugar (1 tbsp) and sprinkle the yeast (2 tbsp) over the top. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour (4 cups) and salt (1 tbsp). Once the yeast is activated, add it to the flour mixture along with melted unsalted butter (2 tbsp). Knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 3
Let the Dough Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Shaping the Pretzels
- 4
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 5
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope (about 24 inches long) and shape it into a pretzel.
Baking the Pretzels
- 6
Prepare the Baking Solution
In a large pot, bring the 10 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, add baking soda (0.5 cups) carefully.
- 7
Boil the Pretzels
Gently place each shaped pretzel into the boiling baking soda solution for about 30 seconds, then remove and place on the prepared baking sheets.
- 8
