90 Minute Soft Pretzels
Indulge in the irresistible charm of freshly baked 90 Minute Soft Pretzels—crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside, and ready in under two hours! This recipe combines a simple dough made from pantry staples like all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and melted butter with a quick baking soda bath that gives these golden-brown pretzels their signature texture and slightly tangy flavor. Perfect for snack time or as an appetizer, these homemade soft pretzels are elevated with a sprinkling of coarse sea salt and a glossy egg wash finish. Whether dipped in mustard, cheese sauce, or enjoyed straight from the oven, these pretzels are a crowd-pleaser that's easier to make than you might think. Bake up a batch today and savor the joy of a classic treat crafted in your own kitchen! Keywords: soft pretzels recipe, 90 minute pretzels, homemade pretzels, quick baked pretzels, easy pretzel recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Warm water
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
- 2.3 ounces Baking soda
- 4 cups Water (for baking soda bath)
- 1 Egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons Coarse sea salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, instant yeast, and granulated sugar. Stir gently and let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
Add salt, all-purpose flour, and melted butter to the bowl. Mix until a dough is formed. If the dough is sticky, add a little more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise for 30 minutes in a warm area until doubled in size.
Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
In a medium-sized pot, bring the 4 cups of water to a boil and carefully add the baking soda. Stir until dissolved, then reduce to a low simmer.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope (about 18-20 inches long) and shape it into a pretzel.
Using a slotted spatula, gently dip each pretzel into the baking soda bath for 20-30 seconds, then allow the excess water to drip off before placing them on the prepared baking sheets.
Beat the egg yolk with 1 tablespoon of water to create an egg wash. Brush the top of each pretzel with the egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
Bake the pretzels in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes or until golden brown.
Remove the pretzels from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them plain or with your favorite dips!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
294 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.0 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 39 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 3938 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.3 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 65 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
