Sweet Pretzel Sticks with Strawberry Cream Cheese Dip - Red Star® Yeast

Ingredients

• 3 cups bread flour
• 1 (0.25oz) package (7g) or 2 1/4 teaspoons Platinum Yeast
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon table salt
• 1 cup warm water (120-130°F)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Egg wash: 1 egg plus 1 teaspoon water (whisk together)
• 3 tablespoons coarse sugar (for topping)
• 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons strawberry or other berry jam
• 8 cups water
• 1/3 cup baking soda