Bavarian Soft Pretzel Recipe
Make Bavarian Soft Pretzel Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
Baking Solution
Topping
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and melted butter.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix the ingredients until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 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 risen, punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces.
- 6
Shape Pretzels
Roll each piece into a long rope (about 24 inches) and twist it into a pretzel shape.
Baking
- 7
Prepare Baking Solution
In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, add the baking soda.
- 8
Boil Pretzels
Carefully drop each shaped pretzel into the boiling baking soda solution for about 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon.
- 9
Arrange on Baking Sheet
Place the boiled pretzels on a parchment-lined baking sheet and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
- 10
Bake
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and bake the pretzels for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
