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Buttery Soft Pretzels Recipe

Buttery Soft Pretzels Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 pretzels 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Learn how to make deliciously soft and buttery homemade pretzels with this easy recipe. These Buttery Soft Pretzels are the perfect snack for any occasion, with a golden crust and a warm, fluffy interior.


Ingredients

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Dough:

  • 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F)
  • 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Boiling and Topping:

  • 1/3 cup baking soda
  • 6 cups water (for boiling)
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Coarse sea salt (for topping)
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Combine warm water, yeast, and sugar in a bowl. Let it sit until foamy. Add flour, salt, and melted butter. Mix until a dough forms.
  2. Knead and Rise: Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth. Let it rise for 1 hour.
  3. Shape the Pretzels: Preheat oven. Boil water and baking soda. Divide dough, shape into pretzels, and boil each in the water.
  4. Bake: Brush with egg wash, sprinkle with salt, and bake until golden brown.
  5. Finish: Brush with melted butter and serve warm.

Notes

  • Best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated.
  • For a sweet version, skip salt and use cinnamon sugar.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pretzel
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg