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Cinnamon Sugar Soft Pretzels Recipe

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This Cinnamon Sugar Soft Pretzels recipe delivers warm, fluffy pretzels coated with a sweet cinnamon sugar crust. Made from scratch using active dry yeast and baked to golden perfection, these soft pretzels offer a delightful combination of chewy texture and sweet spice, perfect for snack time or gatherings.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Boiling Solution

  • 1/4 cup baking soda
  • 10 cups water (for boiling)

Topping

  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Activate Yeast: Pour 1 cup of warm water into a small bowl. Sprinkle 2 1/4 teaspoons of active dry yeast over the water and stir in 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar. Let the mixture rest for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy, indicating that the yeast is active.
  2. Prepare Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour with 1 teaspoon of salt. Pour in the activated yeast mixture followed by 2 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter. Stir until a dough starts to form.
  3. Knead Dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 5 to 7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
  4. First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl and cover it with a damp towel. Allow it to rise in a warm area for 1 to 1 1/2 hours until it doubles in size.
  5. Shape Pretzels: Punch down the risen dough to release air. Divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into an 18-inch rope, shape into a pretzel by forming a U, twisting the ends, and folding them over the center.
  6. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 190°C (375°F) to preheat.
  7. Prepare Baking Soda Bath: Bring 10 cups of water to a boil in a medium pot. Carefully add 1/4 cup of baking soda and stir to dissolve.
  8. Boil Pretzels: One at a time, drop each pretzel into the boiling baking soda water and boil for 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  9. Apply Egg Wash: Brush each pretzel with the beaten egg to ensure a glossy, golden finish after baking.
  10. Add Cinnamon Sugar: Mix 1/2 cup granulated sugar with 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over each pretzel while the egg wash is still wet.
  11. Bake: Bake the pretzels for 12 to 15 minutes until they turn golden brown.
  12. Cool and Serve: Let the pretzels cool slightly on a wire rack before serving to allow flavors to settle and prevent burning your mouth.

Notes

  • Make sure the water for activating yeast is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
  • Kneading the dough sufficiently develops gluten which gives the pretzels their chewy texture.
  • The baking soda bath is key to achieving the traditional pretzel crust and deep color.
  • Brush egg wash generously for a shiny finish and help the cinnamon sugar stick better.
  • Consume pretzels fresh for the best texture; they can be reheated in an oven.

Keywords: soft pretzels, cinnamon sugar pretzels, homemade pretzels, yeast pretzels, baked snack, sweet pretzels

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