Edsel's Hot Pretzels Recipe
Make Edsel's Hot Pretzels 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
Baking Soda Bath
Toppings
Method
Prepare the Dough
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (1.5 cups), granulated sugar (1 tbsp), and active dry yeast (2 tbsp). Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix the Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour (4 cups) and salt (1 tsp). Once the yeast mixture is frothy, add it to the flour mixture along with olive oil (2 tbsp).
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix the ingredients until a dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let it Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
Shape the Pretzels
- 5
Divide the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal pieces.
- 6
Shape into Pretzels
Roll each piece into a long rope (about 24 inches) and shape it into a pretzel by forming a loop and twisting the ends.
Prepare the Baking Soda Bath
- 7
Boil the Bath
In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, add baking soda (2 cups) and stir.
- 8
Dip the Pretzels
Carefully place each shaped pretzel into the baking soda bath for about 30 seconds, ensuring they are submerged, then remove and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake the Pretzels
- 9
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- 10
- 11
Bake
Bake the pretzels in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until they are golden brown.
Serve
- 12
Cool and Enjoy
Remove the pretzels from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm!
