Giant Pretzel Recipe
:: Topped with Sea Salt :: Choice of Cheese Sauce or Caramel ::
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Ingredients
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Dough
Baking Soda Bath
Toppings
Cheese Sauce (Optional)
Caramel Sauce (Optional)
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
Add all-purpose flour, salt, and melted unsalted butter to the yeast mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let it 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 and Boiling
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 6
Shape the Pretzel
After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 2 equal portions. Roll each portion into a long rope (about 24 inches) and shape it into a pretzel form.
- 7
Prepare Baking Soda Bath
In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water to a boil and add baking soda.
- 8
Boil the Pretzel
Carefully place each shaped pretzel in the boiling baking soda bath for about 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- 9
Add Toppings
Sprinkle coarse sea salt over the pretzels before baking.
Baking
- 10
Bake the Pretzel
Bake the pretzels in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Optional Sauces
- 11
- 12
Caramel Sauce Preparation
In a saucepan, melt granulated sugar over medium heat until it turns amber. Stir in butter until melted, then gradually add heavy cream while stirring until smooth.
