Soft Pretzel Recipe (Annies Pretzels Copycat)
Ingredients
- ½ cwhole milk
- ½ cwater
- 2 tspdry active yeast
- 410 gbread flour )
(2 1/2 cups plus 3 Tbsp of flour
- ⅓ cbrown sugar
- 1 tspsalt
- ½ tspbaking powder
- 2 tbspunsalted butter
melted
- 2 cwarm water
- 2 tbspbaking soda
- 6 tbspunsalted butter
- coarse pretzel salt
Directions
Directions:
- 1
Heat the milk and water to 105°F (I microwave it for 45 seconds.) Stir in the yeast and allow it to proof for 5 minutes.
- 2
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and melted butter. Pour in the proofed yeast mixture and knead for a few minutes until the dough comes together into a ball. (Dough should be slightly tacky.)
- 3
Lightly grease the top of the dough with 1 tsp of oil and allow it to rise in a warm place for 45 minutes. Meanwhile, in another mixing bowl, dissolve the baking soda in water. Set aside.
- 4
Preheat the oven to 410°F. Turn the dough over to a greased area.
- 5
Cut the dough into 6 equal strips.
- 6
Roll and stretch each piece into a 35 to 40-inch rope or to the thickness of your finger. Then holding the ends, make a U-shape and twist twice. Pinch ends to the pretzel. Dip pretzels into the baking soda solution and quickly pat against a kitchen towel to remove any excess water.
- 7
Transfer the pretzels onto a large sheet pan lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle with salt and bake for 7-8 minutes.
- 8
Dip warm into the melted butter. Serve.
Soft Pretzel Recipe (Annies Pretzels Copycat)
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About this Recipe
Indulge in Homemade Soft Pretzels: Your Annies Pretzels Copycat Recipe!
Craving that warm, chewy, buttery goodness of a mall pretzel? Look no further! This Soft Pretzel Recipe is your ticket to recreating the iconic taste of Annies Pretzels right in your own kitchen. Forget long lines and enjoy perfectly buttery soft pretzels that rival your favorite mall treat. This isn't just any pretzel recipe; it's a true copycat that delivers on flavor and texture every time, perfect for dipping into a rich cheese sauce.
What makes these homemade pretzels truly special is their incredible softness paired with that distinctive pretzel chew. We've cracked the code to achieve that signature golden-brown crust and a fluffy interior, making them irresistible. The secret lies in a few key steps, including the crucial baking soda bath that gives pretzels their unique flavor and texture.
Tips for Perfect Pretzel Perfection
- Don't Skip the Bath: The baking soda bath is essential! It's what gives pretzels their classic chewy exterior and helps them brown beautifully.
- Flour Power: Using bread flour is key for that perfect structure and chewiness. While all-purpose can work, bread flour yields superior results for this pretzel recipe.
- Shape It Up: Don't worry if your first few aren't perfect. Practice makes perfect when twisting the classic pretzel shape. Roll your dough into a long rope, form a U-shape, cross the ends, and fold them back down.
- Top It Off: After baking, a generous brush of melted butter and a sprinkle of coarse pretzel salt are non-negotiable for that authentic mall pretzel experience.
These delicious soft pretzels are fantastic on their own, but they truly shine when served warm with your favorite accompaniments. Imagine dipping a warm, tender pretzel into a rich, creamy cheese sauce – pure bliss! They're also wonderful with spicy mustard, honey mustard, or even a cinnamon-sugar topping for a sweet twist. Get ready to impress your family and friends with these irresistible Annies Pretzels copycat delights!