Pretzel Bones Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 425掳F (220掳C).
• STEP 2.In a large bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes.
• STEP 3.Add flour, salt, and melted butter to the yeast mixture and stir until a dough forms.
• STEP 4.Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
• STEP 5.Divide the dough into small pieces and roll each piece into a long rope.
• STEP 6.Shape the ropes into bone shapes, with a thicker section in the middle and two thinner ends.
• STEP 7.Place the pretzel bones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• STEP 8.In a large pot, bring water and baking soda to a boil.
• STEP 9.Carefully drop the pretzel bones into the boiling water, a few at a time, and cook for 30 seconds.
• STEP 10.Remove the pretzel bones from the water using a slotted spoon and place them back on the baking sheet.
• STEP 11.Brush the pretzel bones with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse salt.
• STEP 12.Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
• STEP 13.Let the pretzel bones cool before serving.

Cooking Tips

• For a sweeter version, sprinkle the pretzel bones with cinnamon sugar instead of coarse salt.
• You can shape the pretzel dough into other Halloween-themed shapes like ghosts or pumpkins.
• Store the pretzel bones in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

• Serve the pretzel bones as a fun and spooky snack for Halloween parties.
• Pair them with your favorite dipping sauce like mustard, cheese sauce, or caramel.
• Enjoy the pretzel bones on their own as a delicious and crunchy snack.