Easist Soft Pretzels Using Bread Machine Dough

Effortlessly whip up bakery-style soft pretzels with this foolproof recipe for the "Easiest Soft Pretzels Using Bread Machine Dough." Perfect for beginners and experienced bakers alike, this method leverages your bread machine to create beautifully fluffy and chewy pretzel dough with minimal effort. A quick bath in a baking soda solution gives these pretzels their signature golden crust and irresistible classic pretzel flavor. With just 20 minutes of prep and a handful of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and coarse salt, these homemade pretzels are ready to impress. Ideal for game day snacking, family movie nights, or as a savory treat anytime, these pretzels are even better served warm with your favorite dips like mustard or cheese sauce. Trust us, this recipe will make pretzel-making your new favorite hobby!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Warm water
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 2 tablespoons Baking soda
• 2 cups Hot water
• 2 tablespoons Coarse salt
• 1 large Egg yolk
• 1 tablespoon Water

Directions

Step 1

Add the warm water, milk, melted butter, sugar, and salt to the bread machine pan.

Step 2

Add the flour on top, then make a small well in the center of the flour and add the instant yeast.

Step 3

Set the bread machine to the dough cycle and press start. This typically takes about 1.5 hours.

Step 4

Once the dough cycle is complete, remove the dough from the bread machine and place it on a lightly floured surface.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 6

Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll each into a long rope about 18-20 inches in length. Shape each rope into a pretzel shape by forming a U, crossing the ends, and tucking them into the bottom of the U.

Step 7

In a large bowl, mix the baking soda with the 2 cups of hot water until dissolved.

Step 8

Dip each pretzel into the baking soda solution, ensuring it’s fully coated, then place it on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolk with 1 tablespoon of water to make an egg wash. Brush the tops of each pretzel with the egg wash and sprinkle with coarse salt.

Step 10

Bake the pretzels in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1415.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1967.5

Total Fat 35.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 257.5mg	0%
Sodium 23252.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 355.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.4g	0%
Total Sugars 32.4g
Protein 53.3g	0%

Vitamin D 71.9IU	0%
Calcium 296.7mg	0%
Iron 20.3mg	0%
Potassium 744.1mg	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: 16.4%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 72.7%