Carrie Havranek's Amish-Style Soft Pretzels Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Carrie Havranek's Amish-Style Soft Pretzels are a classic snack that are soft, chewy, and full of flavor. These pretzels are made with a simple dough that is boiled in a baking soda solution before being baked to perfection. The result is a golden brown pretzel with a slightly crispy exterior and a tender interior. Serve these pretzels warm with mustard or cheese sauce for a delicious treat.

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Ingredients for Carrie Havranek's Amish-Style Soft Pretzels Recipe

  • 0.19 cup Warm Water
  • 0.28 teaspoon Active Dry Yeast
  • 0.13 tablespoon Sugar
  • 1/2 cup All Purpose Flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 tablespoon Melted Butter
  • 1.25 cup Water
  • 0.08 cup Baking Soda
  • 0.13 Egg, Beaten
  • as per your need Coarse Salt, For Sprinkling

Directions: Carrie Havranek's Amish-style Soft Pretzels Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until the yeast is foamy.
  • STEP 2.Add flour, salt, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
  • STEP 3.Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
  • STEP 4.Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and roll each piece into a long rope. Shape the ropes into pretzels.
  • STEP 5.In a large pot, bring water and baking soda to a boil. Boil the pretzels for 30 seconds on each side.
  • STEP 6.Remove the pretzels from the boiling water and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • STEP 7.Brush the pretzels with an egg wash and sprinkle them with coarse salt.
  • STEP 8.Bake the pretzels in a preheated oven at 450°F (230°C) for 12-15 minutes until they are golden brown.
  • STEP 9.Serve the pretzels warm with mustard or cheese sauce.

Cooking Tips

  • Make sure the water is warm, but not too hot, to activate the yeast properly.
  • Kneading the dough well is important to develop the gluten and achieve a soft texture.
  • Boiling the pretzels in a baking soda solution gives them their signature chewy exterior.
  • For a variation, sprinkle the pretzels with cinnamon sugar instead of coarse salt.

Storage and Serving

  • Store the pretzels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
  • To reheat the pretzels, place them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-10 minutes.
  • Serve the pretzels as a snack or appetizer, or enjoy them with a bowl of soup or a sandwich.
Nutrition
value
11
calories per serving
< 1 g Fat< 1 g Protein1 g Carbs< 1 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    < 1g
  • Protein
    < 1g
  • Carbs
    1g
  • Fiber
    < 1g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    1g
  • Protein
    < 1g
  • Fiber
    < 1g

Fats

  • Fat
    < 1g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    5mg
  • Iron
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin A
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    2mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    3mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    6mg
  • Selenium
    < 1mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp