Are you ready to twist and shout, my pretzel-loving friends? Let’s take a moment to appreciate that glorious golden goodness we call soft pretzels. Whether you’re watching the big game, hanging out with friends, or simply indulging in a solo snack attack, these delectable knots are sure to bring a smile to your face and a delightful crunch to your munch!
Soft Pretzel Recipe – Vibrynt
Before we get to the doughy goodness, let’s make sure you’ve got all the essentials for this culinary adventure. Grab your ingredients, put on your apron, and let’s roll!
### Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F to 115°F)
- 1 packet active dry yeast (or 2 ¼ teaspoons)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ cup baking soda
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Coarse sea salt (for sprinkling)
Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it’s frothy, like your favorite morning coffee.
- Add in the flour and salt. Mix until it forms a dough that you can knead. If you don’t have a dough hook, use your hands! Get in there, no one’s watching!
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic, like a pretzel yoga instructor.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size. Consider giving it a little pep talk; it’s about to be a star!
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down (yes, take out your frustrations!) and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope about 24 inches long, then twist and shape into your heart’s desire – classic pretzel, shape of a heart, or something just as creative!
- In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water to a boil and add the baking soda. Carefully drop the pretzels into the boiling water, one at a time, letting them cook for about 30 seconds on each side. Remove them with a slotted spoon and place them on your prepared baking sheet.
- Brush each pretzel with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sea salt. Bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and irresistible, like a sitcom character you just can’t get enough of!
- Once done, let them cool for a minute or two, then dig in while they’re nice and warm. Dip them in mustard, cheese, or even chocolate (yes, you heard that right). Enjoy!
Now, don’t be shy – whip up a batch of these soft pretzels and share, or keep them all to yourself (we don’t judge!). Just remember, there’s no such thing as too many pretzels; it’s a knotty business, but someone’s got to do it!
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