Description
Enjoy the delightful taste of homemade cinnamon sugar pretzels, featuring a chewy crust and a sweet cinnamon coating. Perfect for snacking or sharing, these warm treats are sure to please everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F to 115°F)
- 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ cup baking soda
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, active dry yeast, and 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the yeast mixture, stirring until a shaggy dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add more flour if the dough is too sticky.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a boil and add the baking soda.
- Punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Divide it into 8 equal pieces.
- Roll each piece into a 24-inch rope, form it into a U shape, twist the ends together twice, and fold them back down to create the pretzel shape. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Drop each pretzel into the boiling baking soda bath, one at a time, and boil for about 30 seconds on each side. Remove with a slotted spoon and place back on the baking sheet.
- Brush each pretzel with the beaten egg.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Mix ½ cup of granulated sugar and 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
- Melt ½ cup of unsalted butter in a small bowl.
- Brush the baked pretzels with melted butter and roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Allow to cool slightly on a wire rack. Best enjoyed warm, but can be stored in an airtight container for a few days.
Notes
- Don’t Skip the Baking Soda Bath: This step is crucial for achieving the classic pretzel flavor and texture.
- Experiment with Flavors: Try adding a sprinkle of sea salt or a drizzle of chocolate or caramel for a twist!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes