Vegan Buttery Soft Pretzels - Easy Vegan Meal Plan

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoon(s) white sugar ((sub maple syrup or agave if preferred))
• 2 1/4 teaspoon(s) active dry yeast ((or 1 packet))
• 1 cup(s) warm water ((think bath water temperature))
• 2 1/2 cup(s) all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon(s) vegan butter (melted (plus more for greasing the bowl))
• 4 cup(s) hot water
• 1/4 cup(s) baking soda
• 1 - 2 tablespoon(s) rock salt
• vegan butter (melted)