Chewy Mall Pretzels

Bring the irresistible charm of your favorite mall snack home with these Chewy Mall Pretzels! Soft, golden, and perfectly buttery, these pretzels are the ultimate comfort food indulgence. The dough is lovingly kneaded for a velvety texture, then dipped in a baking soda solution for that signature chewy crust and deep golden finish. Sprinkled with coarse salt and brushed with melted butter straight from the oven, these pretzels are as authentic as it gets. Whether enjoyed on their own or paired with creamy cheese sauce or tangy mustard, they make a cozy, crowd-pleasing treat in just 30 minutes of hands-on preparation. Perfect for satisfying snack cravings or impressing guests at your next gathering!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Warm water
• 1 tbsp Granulated sugar
• 2.25 tsp Active dry yeast
• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 tsp Salt
• 2 tbsp Unsalted butter, melted
• 0.5 cup Baking soda
• 4 cups Hot water
• 2 tbsp Coarse salt
• 3 tbsp Unsalted butter, for brushing

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water and granulated sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.

Step 2

Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the water and let it sit for 5 minutes, or until it becomes foamy.

Step 3

Add the all-purpose flour, salt, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Mix until the dough comes together.

Step 4

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead it for 5-7 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Lightly oil a large bowl and place the dough inside. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel, and let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set them aside.

Step 7

On a clean surface, punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope, about 22 inches in length.

Step 8

Shape each rope into a pretzel by forming a ‘U’ shape, crossing the ends over each other, and pressing the ends onto the bottom of the ‘U’.

Step 9

In a large, wide bowl, dissolve the baking soda in the hot water.

Step 10

Using a slotted spatula, carefully dip each pretzel into the baking soda solution for 10-15 seconds. Place them onto the prepared baking sheets.

Step 11

Sprinkle the pretzels with coarse salt.

Step 12

Bake the pretzels in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until they are golden brown.

Step 13

Remove the pretzels from the oven and immediately brush them with melted unsalted butter.

Step 14

Allow the pretzels to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm with your favorite dips!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2032.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2330.5

Total Fat 63.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 156.3mg	0%
Sodium 47066.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 381.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.5g	0%
Total Sugars 13.6g
Protein 52.9g	0%

Vitamin D 27.4IU	0%
Calcium 193.0mg	0%
Iron 22.6mg	0%
Potassium 672.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.6%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 66.2%