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Classic Soft Pretzels
120 mintime
Mediumdifficulty
8Servings
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Nutrition facts
250 kcalCalories
7 gProtein
50 gCarbs
2 gFat

Approximate values estimated by AI

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Classic Soft Pretzels

Traditional dish · German

The quintessential soft pretzel, boasting a chewy interior and a slightly crisp, golden-brown exterior, traditionally shaped and often sprinkled with coarse salt.

Ingredients

Servings8
  • All-purpose flour4 cups
  • Active dry yeast2 1/4 teaspoons
  • Warm water1 1/2 cups
  • Granulated sugar1 tablespoon
  • Malt syrup2 tablespoons
  • Baking soda2/3 cup
  • Coarse sea saltfor sprinkling

Steps

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

  2. 2

    Stir in malt syrup. Gradually add flour and mix until a shaggy dough forms.

  3. 3

    Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

  4. 4

    Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

  5. 5

    Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

  6. 6

    Dissolve baking soda in 8 cups of water in a shallow pan. Bring to a simmer.

  7. 7

    Punch down dough and divide into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope about 20 inches long. Shape into pretzels.

  8. 8

    Dip each pretzel in the simmering baking soda solution for 30 seconds.

  9. 9

    Place pretzels on prepared baking sheets. Sprinkle generously with coarse sea salt.

  10. 10

    Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until deep golden brown.

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