Soft Ball Pretzels Courtesy of Paula Deen

Pretzels originated in Europe and were traditionally associated with Lent and Easter. They were shaped to resemble arms crossed in prayer.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Soft Ball Pretzels Courtesy of Paula Deen

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Bread, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 1920

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 teaspoon Active dry yeast
• 1.5 cup Warm water
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoon Salt
• 4 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoon Unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoon Baking soda
• 2 cup Hot water
• 2 tablespoon Coarse salt

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes.
2. In a large bowl, combine sugar, salt, and flour. Add yeast mixture and melted butter. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
5. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). In a large bowl, dissolve baking soda in hot water.
6. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope and shape into a pretzel.
7. Dip each pretzel into the baking soda mixture and place on a greased baking sheet.
8. Sprinkle pretzels with coarse salt and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and let the pretzels cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 240kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 44g15%

Sugars 2g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.