Soft Pretzels Recipe

Name: Soft Pretzels
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 to 4-1/2 cups flour; 2-1/4 tsp. yeast; 1-1/2 cup milk; 1/4 cup sugar; 2 tbsp. cooking oil; 1-1/2 tsp. salt; 3 tbsp. salt; 2 qt. boiling water; 1 slightly beaten egg white; Sesame seed; coarse salt

Servings: persons

1
In mixer bowl combine 2 cups of the flour and the yeast in saucepan heat milk, sugar, oil and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt just till warm (115 120) stir constantly.
2
Add to flour mixture.
3
Beat at low speed of electric mixer for 1/2 minute, scraping bowl.
4
Beat 3 minutes at high speed.
5
Stir in as much of he remaining flour as you can mix in with a spoon.
6
Turn out onto lightly floured surface.
7
Knead in enough of the remaining flour to make a moderately stiff dough that is smooth and elastic (6-8 minutes) Shape into a ball.
8
Place in lightly greased bowl; turn once to grease surface.
9
Cover; let rise in warm place till double (about 1 1/2 hours) Punch down; turn out onto lightly floured surface, cover let rest 10 minutes.
10
Roll into a 12x8 inch rectangles.
11
Cut into 16 strips, each 12 inches long and 1/2 inch wide.
12
Roll each into a rope 16 inches long.
13
Shape into pretzels.
14
Let rise, uncovered, 20 minutes.
15
Dissolve 3 tablespoons salt in the boiling water.
16
Lower 3 or 4 pretzels at a time into boiling water; boil for 2 minutes, turning once.
17
Remove with slotted spoon to paper toweling; let stand a few seconds then place 1/2 inch apart on well greased baking sheet.
18
Brush with mixture of egg white and 2 tablespoons water.
19
Sprinkle lightly with sesame seed or coarse salt.
20
Bake in 350 oven 25 to 30 minutes or till golden brown.

972

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Fat

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.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 to 4-1/2 cups flour, 2-1/4 tsp. yeast, 1-1/2 cup milk, 1/4 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Soft 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!

Soft Pretzels

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