Ingredients for Auntie Anne's Pretzels Copycat
- 1 ½ cups warm water
- 1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 ½ cups flour (all-purpose specified in recipe)
- 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup baking soda
- coarse salt, as needed
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
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How to Make Auntie Anne's Pretzels Copycat
- In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Stir in the salt and melted butter.
- Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a 24-inch rope.
- Shape each rope into a pretzel. (A common method is to form a U shape, cross the ends, and press them onto the bottom of the U.)
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add baking soda. Carefully drop pretzels into boiling water, 2-3 at a time, for 30 seconds.
- Remove pretzels with a slotted spoon and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Sprinkle generously with coarse sea salt.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
108 g
Sugar
28g
Fat
19g
Carbs
34g
