Description
Indulge in the warm, buttery goodness of homemade Auntie Anne’s Soft Pretzels! Perfect for any gathering, these pretzels are a delightful treat that combines a crispy, salty exterior with a soft, chewy interior. They’re not only easy to make but also customizable with your favorite toppings, making them an ideal snack for family movie nights or festive parties. In just a few simple steps, you can whip up a batch that will have everyone reaching for more. Whether enjoyed plain or paired with delicious dips like cheese sauce or mustard, these pretzels are sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (0.25-ounce) packages active dry yeast
- ½ cup plus 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 ¾ cups warm water
- 5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 9 cups water
- ½ cup baking soda
- Coarse salt for topping
- ¼ cup melted butter for topping
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by combining it with warm water and sugar. Let it foam for about 10 minutes.
- In a stand mixer, combine flour, remaining sugar, and kosher salt. Add the yeast mixture and vegetable oil; mix until smooth.
- Transfer the dough to a greased bowl and let it rise until doubled (about 1 hour). Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Boil water mixed with baking soda in a pot. Divide the dough into pieces, roll into ropes, and shape into pretzels.
- Boil each pretzel for 20-30 seconds and place them on parchment-lined baking sheets. Sprinkle with coarse salt.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown; brush with melted butter before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel (75g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg