Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Easy Homemade Soft Pretzels—a simple and satisfying snack that’s perfect for any occasion. With just a few pantry staples, you can create warm, chewy pretzels that are golden brown on the outside and soft on the inside. This recipe allows for endless customization, so feel free to experiment with toppings like savory garlic or sweet cinnamon sugar. Whether you’re enjoying them at a game night, sharing them at a family gathering, or treating yourself during movie time at home, these pretzels are sure to impress everyone. Let the irresistible aroma of freshly baked pretzels fill your kitchen as you embark on this fun cooking adventure!
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2¼ teaspoons)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1½ cups warm water (110°F/43°C)
- ¾ cup baking soda (for boiling)
- Coarse salt (for topping)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast; allow it to sit until foamy (about 5 minutes).
- Gradually mix in flour and salt until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Divide the risen dough into equal pieces, roll each piece into long ropes (24 inches), and twist into pretzel shapes.
- Boil water with baking soda in a large pot; drop each shaped pretzel into boiling water for about 30 seconds before removing.
- Place boiled pretzels on parchment-lined baking sheets; sprinkle with coarse salt and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 soft pretzel (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with toppings such as garlic powder or cheese before baking. Allowing your dough sufficient rise time is crucial for light and fluffy pretzels. Store leftover pretzels in an airtight container to maintain freshness.