Homemade Soft Pretzels: The Best Recipe for Your Snack Cravings
Learn how to make the best soft pretzels at home with this easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for snack cravings!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 pretzels 1x
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup warm water
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup baking soda
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- coarse sea salt (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let it sit until frothy.
- Add in salt and sugar, stirring well.
- Gradually mix in flour until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
- Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
- Shape dough into pretzels and dip in a baking soda solution.
- Place on a baking sheet, brush with beaten egg, and sprinkle with salt.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Any remaining pretzels can be stored in an airtight container.
- For extra flavor, try adding your favorite seasonings before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Homemade Soft Pretzels, Soft Pretzel Recipe, Snack Recipe