Ingredients
1 1/2 cups warm water
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 package active dry yeast
4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 ounces unsalted butter, melted
10 cups water
2/3 cup baking soda
1 large egg yolk beaten with 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
Pretzel salt, or any coarse salt
Vegetable oil – for work space
Step 1
Get out all necessary ingredients.
Step 2
Combine warm water, sugar and salt in a bowl and sprinkle the yeast on top. Let sit for 10 minutes.
Step 3
Add flour and butter and mix on low until well combined
Step 4
Knead dough for 5 minutes or until the dough feels smooth.
Step 5
Roll dough into a ball and place in a well oiled bowl and cover. Let sit in a warm place for 1 hour or until dough has doubled in size.
Step 6
While you’re waiting:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
- Boil your water and add baking soda to it.
- Beat your egg yolk and water to make an egg wash.
- Get out two sheet trays and cover with parchment paper.
Step 7
Once the dough has doubled in size, oil your work space and gently place the dough onto the table.
Step 8
Divide your dough into 8 equal parts and roll them out into 18-inch ropes.
Step 9
Cut these ropes into ¾ inch pieces.
Step 10
Place your cut pretzel dough into the boiling baking soda water about 5 at a time and boil for 30 seconds.
Step 11
Remove with a slotted spoon, brush with egg wash and sprinkle with salt.
Step 12
Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and enjoy! Tweet us a picture of your pretzel bites @smnwdotcom