Description

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Soft Pretzel Recipe, a delightful copycat of mall-style pretzels! These buttery, soft pretzels are perfect for snacking during game nights, parties, or simply as a cozy treat at home. With a golden crust and chewy interior, they can be paired with rich cheese sauce or tangy mustard for an irresistible flavor experience. This easy pretzel recipe is approachable for beginners and offers customizable toppings to suit your taste—whether you prefer classic salt, garlic powder, or even cinnamon sugar. Treat yourself and your loved ones to these warm, homemade delights that will surely impress!

Ingredients

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1/2 cup whole milk
1/2 cup of water
2 tsp dry active yeast
410 grams of bread flour (2 1/2 cups plus 3 Tbsp of flour)
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 tsp salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
2 cups of warm water
2 tbsp baking soda
6 tbsp melted unsalted butter (for dipping after baking)
Coarse pretzel salt (for topping before baking)

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Instructions

Warm the milk and water until lukewarm. Combine with yeast and let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
In another bowl, mix bread flour, brown sugar, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add to the yeast mixture while stirring.
Knead dough on a floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes or until doubled in size.
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll dough into 24-inch ropes and twist into pretzel shapes.
Boil water with baking soda in a large pot; drop pretzels in for 30 seconds then remove with a slotted spoon.
Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush with melted butter, sprinkle coarse salt, and bake for about 8 minutes until golden brown.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 230
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 15mg