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Homemade Soft Pretzels Made Easy

Published: May 23, 2017 · Modified: Jul 1, 2021 by Muna · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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Homemade Soft Pretzels on baking pan


Making these Homemade Soft Pretzels was fun, the kneading is just so relaxing (I love kneading so don’t be surprised.) and then comes the shaping and proofing. The first time I made pretzels the outcome was a complete fail!

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I am aware that sea salt is usually sprinkled over the pretzels but I tried using raw sugar and I’m in love with it. With pretzels, I usually serve jam or cream, don’t raise your eyebrows, I’m not friend with mustard, therefore, I had to improvise.

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Making Homemade Soft Pretzels.

You are probably thinking what else did I change, well, I didn’t boil the pretzels! I dipped the pretzels in warm water mixed with baking soda, sprinkled these soft light pretzels with raw sugar and baked it.

Eggs were used in some pretzels recipes but I didn’t use any in mine. Although there are no eggs in this recipe, the result was delicious, fluffy, and light pretzels. Baking time can be tricky to some, especially if you are not used to baking bread. These pretzels can be done without turning brown or dark golden color.

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This might make you want to bake these Homemade Soft Pretzels longer which will produce over baked dry pretzels. Some ovens do not distribute heat evenly, therefore the bread or the cake is baked but is not brown nor golden in color.

Now, let’s make some Homemade Soft Pretzels!

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Homemade Soft Pretzels

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Servings: 6
Author: Muna Kenny

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoon yeast
  • ½ cup warm water
  • ½ tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • **Raw sugar to sprinkle on pretzels
  • **Butter to brush the pretzels
  • TO DIP THE PRETZELS
  • 2 cups warm water
  • 1 ½ tablespoon baking soda

Instructions

  • In a cup, add the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Keep aside for 10 minutes.
  • In a bowl, add the flour, salt, butter, and the yeast mixture.
  • Knead the dough for 10 minutes until smooth. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl. Cover and leave in a warm place to rise. May take 1 and half hours.
  • Preheat oven to 425F/ 218C. Place parchment paper on a baking sheet and keep aside.
  • Knead the dough for 1 minute. Form 6 equal size balls from the dough.
  • Roll the ball into a 20 to 22-inch-long log. Take both ends of the log and form a circle.
  • Twist the ends of the log together twice. Bring both ends towards yourself and press them down on the bottom curve creating a pretzel shape.
  • Make the pretzel dip by mixing 2 cups warm water and 1 ½ tablespoon baking soda in a bowl.
  • Dip the pretzel in the baking soda mixture, then place for few seconds on a paper towel, then place on previously prepared baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle pretzels with raw sugar and bake for 10 minutes. If the pretzels are not golden in color. Place under broiler until golden in color.
  • Brush with melted butter and serve.
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  1. Angie@Angie's Recipes

    May 24, 2017 at 4:54 am

    These soft pretzels look authentic and beautiful!

    Reply
    • munatycooking

      May 25, 2017 at 3:48 pm

      Thank you Angie 🙂

      Reply
  2. Katina Davenport

    May 24, 2017 at 11:03 am

    Have you tried the pretzels at Auntie Anne's? I don't know if this store is in your area. They have really good pretzels.

    Reply
    • munatycooking

      May 25, 2017 at 3:48 pm

      I never tried it but heard a lot about it 🙂

      Reply
  3. Jay Colby

    May 24, 2017 at 12:00 pm

    This sounds like such a tasty treat. I've always loved soft pretzels!

    Reply
  4. robin rue

    May 24, 2017 at 1:21 pm

    Homemade pretzels are the BEST! I love them warm right out of the oven.

    Reply
  5. akamatra

    May 24, 2017 at 1:27 pm

    I would love to make them! Do you think if I substituted sugar with honey they turn out ok?

    Reply
    • munatycooking

      May 25, 2017 at 3:46 pm

      Of course, you can use honey.

      Reply
  6. Shannon

    May 24, 2017 at 2:50 pm

    I lOVE soft pretzels and this is the easiest recipe that I've seen so far. I'll definitely try it out!

    Reply
  7. Elizabeth Brico

    May 24, 2017 at 8:30 pm

    Oh wow! I love pretzels! I've never tried making them at home. It sounds difficult but doable; afterall I'm already pretty adept with yeast breads. Cool, thanks!

    Reply
    • munatycooking

      May 25, 2017 at 3:45 pm

      It is really easy and you'll love the outcome.

      Reply
  8. Claudia Krusch

    May 24, 2017 at 10:13 pm

    These look so delicious I wish I could try one right now. I will have to get the ingredients I need to make some this weekend.

    Reply
  9. Lena B

    May 25, 2017 at 2:12 am

    Sooo yummy! I love how soft and delicious it looks!

    Reply
    • munatycooking

      May 25, 2017 at 3:44 pm

      Thank you Lena 🙂

      Reply
  10. Elizabeth

    May 25, 2017 at 3:11 am

    Oh my goodness these sound so amazing! I am totally making these for my family - thanks for the inspiration!

    Reply
    • munatycooking

      May 25, 2017 at 3:44 pm

      You are welcome Elizabeth hope you and your family enjoy it!

      Reply
  11. leah

    May 25, 2017 at 9:31 am

    I love pretzels, but my baking is in need of improvement 😉 This is a recipe I'd love to give a go though - thanks!!

    Reply
  12. Nadine Cathleen

    May 25, 2017 at 11:11 am

    They look so yummy! Wish I had one now 🙂

    Reply
  13. Jessica Taylor

    May 25, 2017 at 12:49 pm

    I love soft pretzels, but have never tried to make my own! This is going to be fun to try!

    Reply
    • munatycooking

      May 25, 2017 at 3:43 pm

      You can make it a project and let the kids help 🙂

      Reply
  14. Kim

    May 25, 2017 at 7:18 pm

    Oh my, I need to try making this! Yours looks super delicious.

    Reply
  15. Kiwi

    May 26, 2017 at 2:16 am

    I would love to make my own pretzel. I would add jalepenos for an added kick!

    Reply
  16. Tiara Wilson

    May 26, 2017 at 4:48 pm

    I love pretzels. I usually go to "wetzel pretzel" here but am going to attempt to make these and see if I like them 🙂

    Reply
    • munatycooking

      May 29, 2017 at 11:11 pm

      Hey Tiara, I would love it if you came back and let me know how you liked it 🙂

      Reply
  17. Jeff

    May 28, 2017 at 10:25 am

    I did a brief tour of duty in Pennsylvania Dutch country, and let me tell you, cuisine is not the main attraction ... except when it comes to soft pretzels! Good Lord, I can still vividly remember how wonderful they were. Thanks for reminding me!

    Reply
    • munatycooking

      May 29, 2017 at 11:08 pm

      You are most welcome Jeff 🙂 Homemade pretzels are the best!

      Reply
  18. misty nelson dawn

    May 29, 2017 at 4:37 am

    Wow, I love the idea of making my own pretzels and it really looks yummy. I can't wait to try this

    Reply
    • munatycooking

      May 29, 2017 at 11:07 pm

      Hope you like it 🙂

      Reply
  19. katrina gehman

    May 30, 2017 at 1:54 am

    i love soft prezels. they are so good. will have to try your recipe.

    Reply
  20. Tamara

    June 21, 2017 at 10:33 pm

    Muna, these pretzels look out of a first class bakery! I've never tried making them on my own but will definitely try your recipe. I love them topped with cheese and jalapeno, I'll let you know how I go. Thanks for this great recipe! 🙂

    Reply
    • munatycooking

      June 30, 2017 at 10:55 am

      Thanks for your kind words 🙂 I hope you enjoy these pretzels!

      Reply

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