Sweet Memories’s Homemade Soft Pretzels

Sweet Memories’s Homemade Soft Pretzels by

Sweet Memories

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Prep Time: 2 hours (dough rising) | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Serves: 8

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  • 1 pound (1 loaf) white frozen dough
  • 1 Tbsp vegetable, (for bowl)
  • ⅔ cup baking soda
  • 2 Eggs, beaten with 1 Tbsp water
  • Coarse Salt

Instructions

  • Defrost the bread dough by placing it in a large bowl that has been wiped down with oil. Cover with plastic wrap and leave in a warm place to rise for about 2 hours.
  • When dough has risen, knead into a ball,and cover again while you preheat the oven to 450°F.
  • Cut dough into 8 pieces and roll them out into thin ropes, twisting the two ends to form a pretzel shape.
  • Add baking soda to a large pot of water and bring to a rolling boil. Boil each pretzel for 30 seconds per side.
  • Transfer pretzels to a baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and sprinkle with salt. Bake for 10-15 minutes, until golden brown.