Housemade Pretzels Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pretzel Dough
Method
Making Pretzels
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy. Add flour and salt, mixing until the dough comes together. Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth. Cover and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- 2
Shape the Pretzels
Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C). Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope and twist into a pretzel shape.
- 3
Prepare the Baking Soda Bath
In a large pot, bring about 10 cups of water to a boil and add baking soda. Carefully drop each pretzel into the boiling water for about 30 seconds, then remove and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 4
