How to Make Bread Pretzels - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you've ever been to a fair or amusement park, chances are you've indulged in a warm, soft pretzel. These tasty treats are popular worldwide and are a beloved snack for many. While traditional pretzels have a distinct twisted shape, bread pretzels offer a unique twist (pun intended) on the classic snack.

Bread pretzels are perfect for anyone who loves the flavor and texture of a soft pretzel, but prefers a more substantial and filling option. Made with simple ingredients like flour,...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ teaspoons active dry yeast
  • ¾ cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
  • ½ teaspoon white sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups bread flour
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 dozen

  • In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, combine yeast mixture, sugar, salt and 1 cup flour; beat well. Beat in the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until a stiff dough is formed. Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled in volume.
  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Lightly grease a cookie sheet.
  • Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and divide into 12 pieces. Roll pieces out into long sticks and form into pretzel shape. Place pretzels on prepared baking sheet. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with kosher salt.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, until golden brown.
  • Nutrition

    8 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Cholesterol: 16mg
    • Sodium: 1015mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 0g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 3mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 16mg