Enjoy the delightful taste of homemade soft pretzels or rolls with this easy-to-follow recipe.
In a mixing bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and kosher salt. Sprinkle the yeast on top and let it sit for 3 minutes.
Ensure the water is warm, not hot, to activate the yeast effectively.
Add the flour and butter to the yeast mixture. Mix using a stand mixer with dough hooks until the dough is smooth and pulls away from the sides. Knead for an additional 4 minutes.
If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
Placing the bowl on top of a warm appliance like a fridge can help the dough rise faster.
Preheat the oven to 450°F. Bring the water and baking soda to a boil in a wide pan.
Use a wide pan to make it easier to boil multiple pretzels at once.
Divide the dough into 8 sections. Roll each section into a rope and shape into a pretzel.
Lightly oil your hands to prevent the dough from sticking while shaping.
Boil each pretzel in the baking soda solution for 10-15 seconds. Remove with a spatula and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Boiling the pretzels gives them their characteristic chewy texture.
Brush each pretzel with egg yolk and sprinkle with kosher salt. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
For an extra glossy finish, brush the pretzels with egg yolk twice before baking.
Let the pretzels cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm with your favorite dip.
Serve with mustard or cheese sauce for a classic pairing.
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