Auntie Anne S Pretzels Copycat Recipe

Ingredients for Auntie Anne S Pretzels Copycat

• 1 cup (240ml) warm water (105-115°F)
• Yeast
• All Purpose Flour
• Powdered Sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Vegetable Oil
• 1/2 cup baking soda
• Butter
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• Cinnamon

How to Make Auntie Anne S Pretzels Copycat

1. In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
2. Add salt and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Stir to combine.
3. Gradually add bread flour, one cup at a time, mixing with a wooden spoon or your hands until a shaggy dough forms.
4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
6. Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces.
7. Roll each piece into a 24-inch rope.
8. Shape each rope into a pretzel (either a traditional pretzel shape or a twist).
9. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add baking soda and stir until dissolved.
10. Carefully drop pretzels into the boiling water, 2-3 at a time, for 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
11. Sprinkle generously with coarse salt.
12. Bake at 450°F (232°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
13. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!