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Chewy Golden Homemade Soft Pretzels

Chewy on the inside, golden and salty on the outside, these homemade soft pretzels taste just like the mall version.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 Pretzels
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

4 cups all-purpose flour, 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 teaspoon fine salt, 1 1/2 cups warm water, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted), 2/3 cup baking soda, 1 large egg (beaten), 2 tablespoons coarse pretzel salt

Equipment

  • 1 large mixing bowl
  • 1 large pot for the baking soda bath
  • 1 slotted spoon or spider strainer
  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 pastry brush

Method
 

Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water, let foam.
    Knead in flour, salt, and butter until smooth.
      Let dough rise 1 hour until doubled.
        Divide into 8 pieces, roll into ropes, and twist into pretzel shapes.
          Boil each in baking soda water for 20 seconds.
            Brush with egg wash, sprinkle with salt, and bake at 425°F for 12 to 15 minutes.