Legit Soft Pretzels Just Like Auntie Anne's

Bring the irresistible aroma of freshly baked mall pretzels into your kitchen with this recipe for *Legit Soft Pretzels Just Like Auntie Anne’s*. Featuring a perfectly soft and chewy texture, these golden delights achieve their signature flavor through a quick dip in a baking soda solution and a buttery finish fresh out of the oven. With simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, yeast, and granulated sugar, these homemade pretzels are surprisingly easy to make in under 90 minutes. Each one is twisted with care and sprinkled with coarse salt for the ultimate snack experience. Perfect for parties, game-day treats, or a cozy baking day, these authentic pretzels will rival any store-bought favorite. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces, from classic cheese to sweet mustard, and watch them disappear in no time!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:28 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Warm water
• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
• 0.5 cup Baking soda
• 4 cups Hot water (for boiling solution)
• 2 tablespoons Coarse salt
• 2 tablespoons Butter (melted for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until the yeast becomes frothy.

Step 2

Add salt, melted butter, and 3 cups of all-purpose flour to the yeast mixture. Mix until a soft dough starts to form. Gradually add the remaining 1 cup of flour if needed, until the dough is no longer sticky.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let rise in a warm area for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 6

Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope about 24 inches long and shape into a pretzel.

Step 7

In a large bowl, dissolve the baking soda in 4 cups of hot water. Dip each pretzel into this solution, ensuring it is fully submerged, and then place it on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 8

Sprinkle coarse salt on top of each pretzel before baking.

Step 9

Bake the pretzels in the preheated oven for 7-8 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and immediately brush each pretzel with melted butter for a rich flavor and soft texture.

Step 11

Allow to cool slightly before serving, and enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2067.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2478.4

Total Fat 74.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 186.9mg	0%
Sodium 45840.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 394.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.5g	0%
Total Sugars 26.1g
Protein 53.0g	0%

Vitamin D 14.2IU	0%
Calcium 85.4mg	0%
Iron 22.6mg	0%
Potassium 673.6mg	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: 27.2%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 64.1%