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Easy Homemade Soft Pretzels Recipe

Easy Homemade Soft Pretzels Recipe
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This Easy Homemade Soft Pretzels recipe delivers warm, chewy pretzels with a golden crust, perfect for snacking or serving with your favorite dips. Made from simple pantry staples and boiled in a baking soda bath for that classic pretzel texture and flavor, these soft pretzels are a delightful treat to enjoy fresh out of the oven.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (2¼ teaspoons)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1½ cups warm water (110°F/43°C)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (for dough)

Boiling and Topping

  • ¾ cup baking soda (for boiling)
  • Coarse salt (for topping, to taste)

Instructions

  1. Activate Yeast: In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast; let sit until the mixture becomes foamy, about 5 minutes, indicating that the yeast is active.
  2. Make Dough: Gradually mix in the flour and salt into the yeast mixture until a dough forms, combining all ingredients thoroughly.
  3. Knead Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until the dough is smooth, elastic, and no longer sticky.
  4. Proof Dough: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, approximately 1 hour.
  5. Preheat Oven and Shape Pretzels: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Divide the risen dough into equal portions, roll each into a long rope about 24 inches long, then twist each into the classic pretzel shape.
  6. Boil Pretzels: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the baking soda. Boil each pretzel for about 30 seconds to create the distinctive chewy crust and flavor. Remove carefully with a slotted spoon.
  7. Bake Pretzels: Place the boiled pretzels on baking sheets lined with parchment paper, sprinkle generously with coarse salt, and bake for 12-15 minutes or until they are golden brown.

Notes

  • Use warm water (about 110°F/43°C) to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
  • Boiling pretzels in baking soda water is essential for that traditional pretzel crust and flavor.
  • Let the dough rise until doubled – this ensures a light and fluffy texture.
  • Coarse salt on top adds crunch and saltiness; adjust quantity according to taste.
  • Serve pretzels warm with mustard, cheese sauce, or your favorite dip.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container; refresh by reheating in the oven.

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