Pub Pretzel, Snack Size Recipe
Make Pub Pretzel, Snack Size Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
Baking Soda Bath
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (1.5 cups) and granulated sugar (1 tbsp). Sprinkle the active dry yeast (1 tbsp) on top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour (4 cups) and salt (1 tsp).
- 3
Combine and Knead
Once the yeast mixture is frothy, add it to the dry ingredients along with melted unsalted butter (2 tbsp). Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- 4
First Rise
Place the 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 Pretzels
- 5
Divide Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces.
- 6
Shape Pretzels
Roll each piece into a long rope (about 12-14 inches), then twist into a pretzel shape. Pinch the ends to seal.
Baking Soda Bath
- 7
Prepare Bath
In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water to a boil. Add baking soda (2 tbsp) carefully to the boiling water.
- 8
Boil Pretzels
Using a slotted spoon, gently drop each pretzel into the boiling baking soda bath for about 30 seconds. Remove and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Baking
- 9
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
- 10
- 11
Bake Pretzels
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
