Sourdough Soft Pretzels -

Sourdough Soft Pretzels

This sourdough soft pretzel recipe is a twist on a classic favorite. They have the classic chewy texture with an added sourdough tang, making these sourdough soft pretzels absolutely delicious!

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Rising Time 5

Course Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings pretzels

Equipment

Kitchen Scale or measuring cups and spoons
stand mixer with dough hook attachment
Large Mixing Bowl
Large pot to boil water
Baking trays
Silicone baking mats or parchment paper
Basting brush for egg wash (you can also use your fingers if you don’t have one at home)

Ingredients

1 cup of active sourdough starter 240 g
1 cup of warm water 240 g
4 cups of all-purpose flour 480 g
1 tablespoon of brown sugar 13 g
2 teaspoon of salt 10 g
4 tablespoons melted butter 56 g
10 cups water
2/3 cup of baking soda for the boiling water
1 egg
1 tablespoon water for egg wash
Coarse salt for sprinkling

Instructions

Prepare the Dough: In the bowl of your stand mixer, combine the sourdough starter, warm water, brown sugar, salt, and melted butter. Gradually add in the flour, mixing until a dough forms. Knead the dough for about 4-5 minutes on medium until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Let it Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 4 hours or until it has doubled in size.
Shape the Pretzels: Once the dough has risen, divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope and shape it into a pretzel. See note below on how to make a classic pretzel shape.
Second rise: Place your pretzels onto your parchment paper or Silpat lined baking sheet and rest for 1 hour.
Boil the Pretzels: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the baking soda. Carefully drop each pretzel into the boiling water for about 15 seconds on each side, then remove and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake to Perfection: Mix your egg and 1 Tablespoon of water together and brush over the boiled pretzels. Sprinkle with coarse salt and bake them in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown.

Notes

How do I make a pretzel shape with my dough:

Roll your dough into approximately 24” rope.

Make a large “U” with your dough

Holding both ends, cross them over each other 2x

Press the ends into the bottom of the “U”

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