Homemade Soft Pretzels

Step 1

1. In a large bowl, combine the yeast, warm water and sugar. Add in the flour and salt and knead until smooth (you can use your hands, or you can use a stand mixer with a dough hook for this part).


2. Grease a second bowl with nonstick cooking spray and place the dough into the bowl. Cover with greased plastic wrap or a clean dish towel and let rise for 30 minutes in a warm place.


3. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line 2-baking sheets with parchment paper.


4. Divide the dough into 8 equal parts.
Roll each part into a rope about 24 to 26 inches long and form into a pretzel shape.

5. In a shallow bowl, combine water and baking soda. Submerge each pretzel in the water and then place on the prepared baking sheets. Sprinkle with salt.

Let the pretzels rest for 5 to 10 minutes.

6. Bake 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown. Brush each hot baked pretzel with melted butter immediately after taking them out of the oven.