Description
Bavarian Soft Pretzels are the perfect blend of comfort and flavor, bringing a taste of Germany right to your kitchen. These warm, chewy delights are not only easy to make but also incredibly versatile, making them an ideal snack for gatherings, game days, or cozy nights in. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delightful treat that will impress family and friends alike. Enjoy them with mustard, cheese dips, or as part of a hearty meal. Shaping the dough into twisted pretzels is a fun activity for all ages. Get ready to savor the authentic taste of homemade Bavarian soft pretzels!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (110-115°F)
- 1 Tb brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 quarts water (for boiling)
- 2/3 cup baking soda
- 1 egg yolk (for egg wash)
- Pretzel salt or additional kosher salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, brown sugar, and kosher salt. Sprinkle yeast on top and let sit until bubbly (about 10 minutes).
- Use a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook to mix in flour and melted butter. Knead until smooth (about 4 minutes).
- Shape dough into a ball, place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled (about 1 hour).
- In a large pot, combine water and baking soda; bring to a boil. Preheat oven to 450°F and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Divide risen dough into eight portions and shape each into pretzels.
- Boil each pretzel in the baking soda water for 30 seconds before transferring to the baking sheet.
- Brush each pretzel with an egg wash and sprinkle with salt.
- Bake for 12–14 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel (80g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg