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Soft Pretzels Recipe Easy Homemade Cozy Soft Pretzels with Cinnamon Sugar Coating

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Cozy homemade soft pretzels with a warm cinnamon sugar coating that are easy to make and perfect for comforting snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (480g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt (for dough) + extra for sprinkling
  • 1 1/2 cups (355 ml) warm water (around 110°F / 43°C)
  • 1/4 cup (60g) baking soda
  • 4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a large mixing bowl, stir 1 1/2 cups (355 ml) of warm water (110°F / 43°C) with 1 tablespoon of sugar and 2 1/4 teaspoons of active dry yeast. Let sit for 5–7 minutes until foamy.
  2. Make the dough: Add 4 cups (480g) of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until dough starts to come together. Knead on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  3. First rise: Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  4. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). In a large pot, bring 10 cups (2.4 liters) of water to a boil and slowly add 1/4 cup (60g) baking soda.
  5. Shape the pretzels: Punch down dough and divide into 8 equal pieces. Roll each into a 20-inch rope and form classic pretzel shapes.
  6. Boil pretzels: Lower each pretzel into boiling baking soda water for 30 seconds. Remove and place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Bake pretzels for 12–15 minutes until golden brown and soft with a slight crust.
  8. Prepare cinnamon sugar coating: Mix 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar with 2 tablespoons cinnamon. Melt 4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter.
  9. Coat pretzels: Brush baked pretzels with melted butter, then sprinkle or dip into cinnamon sugar mixture. Repeat for extra coating if desired.
  10. Cool pretzels for 5 minutes before serving. Best enjoyed warm.

Notes

Do not skip the baking soda bath as it creates the signature soft crust. Boil only 2–3 pretzels at a time to maintain water temperature. Use a kitchen thermometer to ensure water is around 110°F for yeast activation. For vegan version, substitute butter with coconut oil or vegan margarine. Pretzels are best fresh but can be reheated wrapped in foil at 350°F for 10 minutes.

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