Introduction

Pretzels are a classic snack that can be enjoyed at any time of the day. With this simple recipe, you can make delicious homemade pretzels that are perfect for snacking, breakfast, or as a side dish.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups warm water
  • 1 packet of dry yeast (or 1 cube of fresh yeast)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar (or granulated sugar)
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • Sesame seeds or other toppings of your choice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast by mixing it with 1/2 cup of warm water and 1 tsp of sugar. Let it sit for 5-6 minutes until it becomes frothy.
  2. Add the remaining warm water, salt, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Mix well.
  3. Gradually add 3 cups of flour to the mixture, one cup at a time, until a dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough for 4-5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise for 45-60 minutes.
  6. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
  7. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball.
  8. Roll each ball into a rope and shape it into a pretzel.
  9. Place the pretzels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving some space between each pretzel.
  10. Brush the pretzels with egg wash (optional) and sprinkle with sesame seeds or other toppings of your choice.
  11. Bake the pretzels for 13-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown.

Serving Ideas

  • Serve warm pretzels with melted butter or cheese sauce.
  • Use pretzels as a base for appetizers, such as mini pretzel pizzas or pretzel bites with spinach and artichoke dip.
  • Enjoy pretzels as a snack on their own or with your favorite dip or spread.

Side Dish Ideas

  • Pair pretzels with a bowl of soup, such as tomato soup or creamy broccoli soup.
  • Serve pretzels alongside a salad or as a crunchy topping for a green salad.
  • Use pretzels as a crust for mini quiches or savory tartlets.

Nutrition Values

Per serving (1 pretzel):

  • Calories: 120
  • Fat: 2g
  • Saturated fat: 0.5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Protein: 3g

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