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Ingredients

  • For the Dough
  • 2 ¼ tsp or One Packet of Yeast
  • 1 Tbsp Sugar
  • 4 Tbsp Butter melted
  • 1 Cup Warm Water
  • 2 tsp Salt
  • 4-5 Cups Flour
  • For Cooking-
  • 10 Cups Water
  • ½ Cup Baking Soda
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp cold water
  • 1-2 Tbsp Coarse Salt

Instructions

  • First add a warm water and sugar the bowl of a stand mixer stir to dissolve sugar. Sprinkle yeast across the top of the water and leave it for about 5 minutes. The yeast will start to foam.
  • Attach dough hook to mixer.
  • Add in melted butter, salt and half of the flour. Mix on low speed until flour is incorporated (about 2-3 minutes) gradually add more flour until the dough begins to pull away from the sides of the bowl and isn’t as sticky. The exact amount of flour you will need will vary depending on how much moisture is in your flour, the environment etc. I usually need about 4 ½ cups.
  • Turn the speed up to medium and allow to knead for about 5 minutes. Alternately you can turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it by hand until smooth.
  • Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover loosely, and let rise for about an hour or until doubled in size.
  • Once the dough is raised it is time to make the pretzels.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Separate the dough into 8 equal pieces.
  • Take one piece and roll it into a worm shape about 15-20 inches long.
  • Cut into segments about an inch long.
  • Repeat with the rest of the dough.
  • Place the 10 cups of water and ½ cup baking soda in a large pot on the stove and bring it to a boil.
  • Set your prepared baking sheet on the counter next to the stove.
  • Working in batches gently place pretzel piece in the boiling water and cook for about 30 seconds. I did about 10-15 at a time. Using a slotted spoon gently lift the pretzel bites out of the water and place on the baking sheet.
  • Repeat with the remainder of the pretzel bites. Spread them about 1 inch apart on the baking sheet. You may need to use 2 baking sheets or work in batches.
  • Once your pretzel bites are all boiled it is time to bake them.
  • In a small bowl whisk together the egg and 1 tsp water until well mixed.
  • Using a brush coat the pretzels evenly with a thin coat of the egg mixture. Sprinkle on coarse salt as desired.
  • Place the baking sheet in the oven for about 15 minutes or until pretzel bites are a lovely golden brown.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

To freeze- These are best served fresh but can be frozen to eat later. To do this make the pretzel bites according to the instructions but do not salt them before baking. Once they are finished baking allow them to cool then place the tray in the freezer for about an hour. Remove the frozen bites from the tray and place in a freezer bag. Squeeze out as much air as possible. Wrap the bag in a layer of aluminum foil for another layer of protection. When ready to eat place bites on a microwave safe plate, sprinkle the pretzel bites lightly with water and sprinkle with salt. Wrap plate in a slightly damp paper towel and microwave for about 30-45 seconds (depending on your microwave)