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Homemade Pretzel Recipe

Warm, soft pretzels with a golden-brown crust and coarse salt, perfect for snacking or serving at gatherings. This easy recipe brings classic street-food flavor to your kitchen.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 pretzels
Course: Snack
Cuisine: German
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups warm water 110°F
  • 1 packet active dry yeast 2¼ teaspoons
  • 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup baking soda
  • 1 large egg beaten (for egg wash)
  • Coarse sea salt for sprinkling

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Rolling pin
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Pot for boiling
  • slotted spoon

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups warm water (110°F) and 1 packet active dry yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ¼ cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt to the yeast mixture and stir until a rough dough forms.
  3. Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  5. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  6. Punch down dough, divide into 8 pieces, roll each into a rope, and twist into a pretzel shape.
  7. Bring 10 cups of water and ½ cup baking soda to a boil in a large pot.
  8. Boil each pretzel for 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  9. Brush each pretzel with 1 beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

Notes

Serve warm with your favorite dips and enjoy fresh from the oven.