Norwegian Almond Pretzels Recipe

Name: Norwegian Almond Pretzels
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons dry yeast; 1 1/2 cups warm water; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon cardamom (optional); 4 tablespoons sugar; 2 large eggs, room temperature; 3 -4 cups flour (You want a soft dough, not sticky and not firm, just right!); 3 ounces raisins (optional); Dipping solution; 2 cups water, with 1/4 baking soda added; Glaze; 1 cup powdered sugar; 1 teaspoon almond extract; water (start with 1 Tbls. and more until you achieve a smooth consistency but not to thin)

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons dry yeast
1 1/2 cups warm water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cardamom (optional)
4 tablespoons sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
3 -4 cups flour (You want a soft dough, not sticky and not firm, just right!)
3 ounces raisins (optional)
Dipping solution
2 cups water, with 1/4 baking soda added
Glaze
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon almond extract
water (start with 1 Tbls. and more until you achieve a smooth consistency but not to thin)

1
In a large mixing bowl, stir yeast into warm water and dissolve, add sugar. Wait five minutes to activate yeast. Add eggs and beat in with a whisk. Add first cup of flour with 1/2 tsp.of salt and cardamom, if using. Add remaing cups beat with dough hook on a stand up mixer, or if doing by hand, knead to form a soft dough. Add in raisins if using right at the end of kneading. Grease another bowl, add dough and cover with a tea towel until double in size. Divide dough evenly into 7 balls. Roll out into long strings and form a pretzel knot. Dip into soda water solution and place 4 pretzels onto 1 cookie sheet that has been sprayed with oil. Place the other 3 onto another cookie sheet. Let double in size.
2
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Bake for 12 minutes until slightly golden. Cool and brush with glaze and drizzle with sliced almonds. Sprinkle the finished pretzel with powdered sugar.

526

kcal

Calories

Fat

103

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons dry yeast, 1 1/2 cups warm water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon cardamom (optional), and more.

Yes, Norwegian Almond Pretzels falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Norwegian Almond Pretzels

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