Soft Pretzels

My new favorite recipe! These pretzels are super delicious and easy to make :)


1 pkg active dry yeast (or 2 1/2 tsp.)
2 TBS brown sugar
1 1/8 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups warm water
4 cups flour
2 cups warm water
2 TBS baking soda
5 TBS melted butter
course salt or cinnamon sugar

In a larger mixing bowl, dissolve yeast, brown sugar, and salt in 1 1/2 cups warm water.  Stir in flour, and knead dough for about 8 minutes.  Place in a greased bowl, and turn to coat the surface. Cover, and let rise for one hour.

Combine 2 cups warm water and baking soda in an 8" square pan.

After dough has risen, cut into 12 pieces.  Roll each piece into a 3 foot rope, about pencil thin.  Twist into a pretzel shape and dip into the baking soda solution.  Place on a greased cookie sheet and let rise for 20 minutes.

Bake at 450 for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.  Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with course salt or cinnamon sugar.

Enjoy :)