Description
These Soft Sourdough Pretzels are chewy, golden, and delicious! Perfect for dipping in cheese or mustard, they’re easy to make with an active sourdough starter and bake up beautifully for a snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
Dough:
- ½ cup (100g) active sourdough starter
- 1 cup + 1 tbsp (255g) water
- 2 tbsp (40g) honey
- 2 tsp (10g) salt
Water Bath:
- 6 cups water
- 2 tbsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp dark brown sugar
Egg Wash:
- 1 large egg (lightly beaten)
- Coarse salt (for topping)
Instructions
1. Make the Dough: Combine sourdough starter, water, honey, and salt in a stand mixer. Add flour and knead until smooth (6-7 minutes). Cover and let ferment at room temperature for 8-12 hours.
2. Shape the Pretzels: Divide dough into 16 pieces, roll each into a rope, twist, and shape into a pretzel. Let rise for 30-60 minutes.
3. Boil the Pretzels: Boil water, add baking soda and brown sugar, and boil the pretzels for 30 seconds per side.
4. Bake: Brush with egg wash, sprinkle with coarse salt, and bake at 425°F for 12-14 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- For sweet pretzels, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar after baking.
- Store leftover pretzels at room temperature or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Fermentation Time: 12 hours
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Baking