Homemade Soft Pretzels | Flirt Recipes

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
• 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F/45°C)
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
• 1/2 cup baking soda (for boiling water bath)
• 10 cups water (for boiling the pretzels)
• 1 egg yolk (beaten with 1 tablespoon water, for egg wash)
• Coarse sea salt (for topping)
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for greasing the bowl)
• 🔹 Optional Flavor Variations:
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder (for garlic-flavored pretzels)
• 1 teaspoon onion powder (for a savory depth)
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (for a smoky flavor)
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (for spicy pretzels)
• 🔹 Sweet Pretzel Toppings:
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for cinnamon sugar topping)
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for cinnamon sugar topping)
• 2 tablespoons melted butter (to brush on for cinnamon pretzels)
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting after baking)
• 1/4 cup chocolate chips (for chocolate-drizzled pretzels)
• 🔹 Cheese Variations:
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (mixed into the dough or sprinkled on top)
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (for a sharp, salty crust)
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (pairs well with cheese pretzels)
• 🔹 Herb & Savory Toppings:
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary (for a fragrant herb pretzel)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme (for extra flavor)
• 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper (for a bolder taste)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for extra crunch)
• 1 tablespoon poppy seeds (for a nutty flavor)
• 🔹 Dipping Sauces (Optional):
• 1/2 cup yellow mustard (classic pairing)
• 1/2 cup cheese sauce (for extra indulgence)
• 1/4 cup honey mustard (for a sweet touch)
• 1/4 cup ranch dressing (for a creamy dip)
• 1/4 cup caramel sauce (for sweet pretzels)
• 1/4 cup chocolate ganache (for dessert pretzels)