Chewy Soft Pretzels Recipe

By pattie_d

Ingredients

• 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
• 1-1/2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 4 to 4-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 8 cups water
• 1/2 cup baking soda
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• Kosher salt, sesame seeds, poppy seeds or grated Parmesan cheese

Details

Servings 12
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

Directions

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the sugar, salt and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a stiff dough.
Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
Punch dough down; divide into 12 portions. Roll each into an 18-in. rope; twist into a pretzel shape.
In a large saucepan, bring water and baking soda to a boil. Place pretzels into boiling water, one at a time, for 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.
Place on greased baking sheets. Brush with egg; sprinkle with desired topping.
Bake at 425° for 12-14 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks. Serve warm. Yield: 1 dozen.