Soft Pretzels

Soft pretzels are believed to have originated in Europe, particularly in Germany, where they were traditionally associated with Lenten season.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 52 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Soft Pretzels

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, German Courses: Anytime, Bakery, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 52 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1500

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 3 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Warm water
• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoon Baking soda
• 10 cup Water
• 2 tablespoon Coarse salt

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
2. Add flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise for 1 hour.
5. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
6. In a large pot, bring water and baking soda to a boil.
7. Divide the dough into 6 equal pieces and roll each piece into a rope.
8. Shape each rope into a pretzel shape.
9. Carefully place the pretzels into the boiling water for 30 seconds.
10. Remove the pretzels from the water and place them on a greased baking sheet.
11. Sprinkle coarse salt on top of each pretzel.
12. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
13. Let the pretzels cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4g7%

Total Carbohydrate 48g16%

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.