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Pretzel Bread

Perfect Pretzel Bread Recipe - Soft, Chewy, and Homemade Delight

Delight in the soft, chewy texture of homemade pretzel bread, perfect for snacks or sandwiches.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 loaves
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Lukewarm Water Temperature should be 105-115˚F (40-46˚C)
  • 2.25 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Can substitute with 2 teaspoons of instant yeast
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour German wheat flour offers more authentic taste
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Melted and cooled slightly
For the Boiling
  • 8 cups Water (for boiling) Essential for creating the pretzel effect
  • 0.5 cups Baking Soda Gives pretzel bread its traditional crust
For the Glaze
  • 1 each Egg Yolk & Water Skip for vegan options
  • to taste Coarse Salt For topping

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Pot
  • Slotted spoon
  • small bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Activate Yeast: Sprinkle active dry yeast over lukewarm water. Stir and let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
  3. Form Dough: Pour yeast mixture into dry ingredients, add melted butter, and mix until a soft dough forms.
  4. Knead Dough: Knead on floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Let rise in a greased bowl for 1-2 hours.
  5. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 450˚F and prepare a baking sheet.
  6. Shape Dough: Punch down the risen dough, divide into 6 pieces, and shape into ovals. Let rest for 30 minutes.
  7. Prepare Boil: Boil water in a pot, stir in baking soda.
  8. Boil Loaves: Boil each loaf for 30 seconds on each side, then transfer back to the baking sheet.
  9. Apply Egg Wash: Brush loaves with egg wash, sprinkle with salt, and make slashes.
  10. Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and hollow when tapped.

Nutrition

Serving: 1loafCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh, store in a paper bag or freeze for longer storage. Reheat as needed.

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