Soft Giant Pretzels - Bread Machine

By draingal

Ingredients

• 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons water (70° to 80°)
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1-1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 2 quarts water
• 1/2 cup baking soda
• Coarse salt

Details

Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

Prep: 20 min. + rising Bake: 10 min.
In bread machine pan, place the first four ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons water or flour if needed).
When cycle is completed, turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Divide dough into eight balls. Roll each into a 20-in. rope; form into pretzel shape.
Preheat oven to 425°. In a large saucepan, bring water and baking soda to a boil. Drop pretzels into boiling water, two at a time; boil for 10-15 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.
Place pretzels on greased baking sheets. Bake until golden brown, 8-10 minutes. Spritz or lightly brush with water. Sprinkle with salt.