Description
Homemade pretzel bread is a soft, chewy bread with a rich flavor. Perfect for sandwiches or as a side.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup baking soda
- 1 large egg
- Coarse sea salt for topping
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Add flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it. Let it rise for 1 hour.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Divide the dough into small balls and shape them into pretzel forms.
- Dissolve baking soda in boiling water and dip each pretzel in the solution for 30 seconds.
- Place pretzels on a baking sheet and brush with beaten egg. Sprinkle with coarse salt.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Try adding cheese or herbs for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Pretzel Bread, Homemade Pretzel Bread, Soft Pretzels