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Soft Pretzel Recipe (Annies Pretzels Copycat)

Soft Pretzel Recipe (Annies Pretzels Copycat)
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Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade soft pretzels with this easy Soft Pretzel Recipe (Annies Pretzels Copycat). Perfectly buttery and soft, these pretzels are an ideal snack for game days, movie nights, or any gathering. Imagine biting into a warm, chewy pretzel dipped in creamy cheese sauce or tangy mustard—it’s a treat everyone will love! With straightforward ingredients and simple steps, you can create these comforting snacks that are not only delicious but also fun to make with family or friends.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup of water
  • 2 tsp dry active yeast
  • 410 grams of bread flour (2 1/2 cups plus 3 Tbsp of flour)
  • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 cups of warm water
  • 2 tbsp baking soda
  • 6 tbsp melted unsalted butter (for dipping after baking)
  • coarse pretzel salt (for topping before baking)

Instructions

  1. Combine whole milk, water, and dry active yeast in a mixing bowl; let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add bread flour, brown sugar, salt, baking powder, and melted butter; mix until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  4. Place the dough in a covered bowl in a warm area to rise for 30 minutes or until doubled in size.
  5. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Divide the dough into six pieces and shape each into a long rope. Twist into pretzel shapes and place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
  6. Mix warm water with baking soda; dip each pretzel briefly before sprinkling with coarse salt.
  7. Bake for about 8 minutes until golden brown. Brush with melted butter before serving.

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