Description
Bavarian Soft Pretzels are the perfect comfort snack that brings the warm, chewy flavors of Germany right to your kitchen. These golden-brown treats are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making them ideal for gatherings, game nights, or a cozy evening at home. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can easily impress family and friends with this homemade delicacy. Serve them with mustard or cheese dip for an unforgettable experience that captures the heart of traditional German snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (110-115°F)
- 1 tablespoon 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)
- 2/3 cup baking soda
- 1 egg yolk (for wash)
- Pretzel salt (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Prepare the yeast mixture by combining warm water, brown sugar, and kosher salt in a bowl. Sprinkle yeast over the top and let sit for about 10 minutes until bubbly.
- In a stand mixer with a dough hook, mix in flour and melted butter until smooth.
- Let the dough rise in an oiled bowl for about an hour until doubled in size.
- Preheat oven to 450°F and boil water mixed with baking soda in a large pot.
- Shape pretzels from equal portions of dough and boil each for about 30 seconds before placing on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Brush with egg yolk wash, sprinkle with salt, and bake for 12–14 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel (90g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg