Pretzel Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough
Baking Soda Bath
Topping
Method
Prepare the Dough
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (1.5 cups), granulated sugar (1 tbs), and active dry yeast (2 tsp). Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour (4 cups) and salt (1 tbs). Once the yeast mixture is frothy, add it to the flour mixture along with melted unsalted butter (2 tbs).
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix the ingredients until a dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Shape the Pretzels
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 6
Form the Pretzels
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) and shape it into a pretzel.
Baking Soda Bath
- 7
Prepare the Bath
In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, add the baking soda (2 tbs) carefully.
- 8
Boil the Pretzels
Gently drop each pretzel into the boiling baking soda bath for about 30 seconds, ensuring they are fully submerged. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on the prepared baking sheet.
