Big Pretzel Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough
Baking Soda Solution
Toppings
Method
Making the Dough
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Once the yeast mixture is frothy, add it along with the melted butter to the flour mixture.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a 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) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 6
Shape the Pretzels
After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope and twist into a pretzel shape.
- 7
Prepare Baking Soda Solution
In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water to a boil and stir in the baking soda.
- 8
Boil the Pretzels
Carefully drop each pretzel into the boiling baking soda solution for about 30 seconds, then remove and place on the prepared baking sheet.
Baking and Finishing Touches
- 9
- 10
Bake the Pretzels
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- 11
Cool and Serve
Remove from oven, let cool for a few minutes, then serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.