Salted Soft Pretzels Recipe

Time1h 30m

Serves3

Three warm buttered and salted pretzels. Served with beer mustard & Cheesy Jalapeño sauce.

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Ingredients

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1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (110°F to 115°F), granulated sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
2
Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and melted unsalted butter. Mix until the dough comes together.
3
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4
Shape the Pretzels
Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C). Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope, about 24 inches, and shape it into a pretzel.
5
Baking Soda Bath
In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water to a boil and add the baking soda. Boil each pretzel for about 30 seconds on each side, then remove and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6
Bake the Pretzels
Sprinkle each pretzel with coarse sea salt and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
7
Serve
Remove from the oven, and brush with melted butter. Serve warm with beer mustard and cheesy jalapeño sauce.