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Bavarian Pretzels Recipe

Traditional Bavarian pretzels, perfect for any occasion.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Snack
Cuisine: German
Servings: 8 pretzels
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Dough

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 1 ½ cups warm water
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup baking soda for boiling
  • 1 large egg beaten, for egg wash
  • to taste coarse salt for topping

Instructions 

  1. In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
  2. Add the flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  5. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water and the baking soda to a boil.
  7. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope and shape into a pretzel.
  8. Using a slotted spoon, dip each pretzel into the boiling water for about 30 seconds. Remove and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  9. Brush each pretzel with the beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse salt.
  10. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 70mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 30IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Bavarian, Pretzels
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