Homemade Pretzels like a Pro

Learn to make delicious pretzels at home with this professional recipe!

Ingredients

1 ¼	cups warm water
1 ¼	tablespoons yeast
3 ¾	cups all-purpose flour
¾	cup powdered sugar
1 ½	teaspoons salt
2	tablespoons vegetable oil
4	cups warm water
1 ¼	cups baking soda
¼	cup butter, melted
½	cup granulated sugar
2	teaspoons cinnamon

Instructions

• 1. In a small bowl or cup, dissolve the yeast in the warm water. Allow it to sit for a few minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Add the water with yeast and vegetable oil. Mix with a spoon and then knead the dough into a ball using your hands. Knead the dough for 5 minutes on a lightly floured surface until smooth. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes or until doubled in size.
  3. Once the dough has risen, preheat the oven to 425°F.
  4. Prepare a bath for the pretzels by mixing the baking soda with warm water until mostly dissolved.
  5. Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion on a flat non-floured surface until it is approximately 3 feet long. Shape the pretzels and place them on a baking sheet prepared with non-stick spray. Optional: sprinkle pretzels with kosher salt or pretzel salt before baking.
  6. Bake the pretzels for 8-9 minutes until they turn golden brown. Rotate the pan halfway through baking for even cooking.
  7. Allow the pretzels to cool for a couple of minutes. For a savory option, brush them with melted butter before serving.
  8. For a sweet cinnamon sugar coating, combine granulated sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Brush the unsalted pretzels with melted butter and coat with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  9. This recipe yields 8 delicious pretzels to enjoy.

Jul 19, 2024