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Sourdough Pretzels

Makes 1 dozen

Soft, salty, buttery pretzels. A family favorite.

Sourdough Pretzels

Steps

Make the dough

  1. Mix until combined.
  2. Knead for 10 minutes.
  3. Cover in a bowl and let it rise until doubled in size. Either refrigerate all day and take it out at night, or bulk ferment on the counter, then refrigerate overnight.

Bake

  1. When you're ready to bake, preheat the oven to 425°F and bring a pot of water to a boil.
  2. Roll the dough into ropes and twist into pretzels.
  3. Place on a pan in the fridge while the water boils and the oven preheats.
  4. Boil for about 30 seconds.
  5. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with salt.
  6. Bake 15–20 minutes.
  7. Roll in melted butter.

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