Mom's Famous Pretzels

Soft, golden, and irresistibly buttery, Mom's Famous Pretzels are the ultimate homemade snack that will transport you straight to a bustling pretzel stand—but made with love in your own kitchen! This easy-to-follow recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, yeast, and a touch of sugar to create a perfectly chewy dough with a tender interior and signature crisp crust. The secret lies in the baking soda water bath, which gives these hand-twisted beauties their iconic texture and deep golden hue. Topped with coarse salt for that classic pretzel flavor and baked to perfection in just 15 minutes, these pretzels are the perfect treat for game nights, parties, or cozy afternoons. Serve them warm with mustard, cheese sauce, or your favorite dip for an exceptionally delicious experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• 1.5 cups Warm water (110°F/45°C)
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
• 2 tablespoons Baking soda
• 2 cups Hot water
• 2 tablespoons Coarse salt
• 1 large Egg (beaten)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the melted butter, salt, and all-purpose flour to the bowl. Stir until the dough begins to come together, then knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 5

In a small bowl, dissolve the baking soda in 2 cups of hot water. This will be used to create the signature pretzel crust.

Step 6

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a 20-inch rope and shape into a pretzel by creating a U-shape, crossing the ends, and pressing them onto the base of the U.

Step 7

Dip each pretzel into the baking soda water, ensuring it is fully coated. Place the pretzels on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 8

Brush each pretzel lightly with the beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse salt.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the pretzels are a deep golden brown.

Step 10

Remove the pretzels from the oven, let them cool slightly, and serve warm. Optional: Serve with mustard, cheese sauce, or your favorite dip.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1523.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2341.4

Total Fat 56.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 310mg	0%
Sodium 24449.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 395.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.5g	0%
Total Sugars 26.1g
Protein 58.8g	0%

Vitamin D 40IU	0%
Calcium 162.6mg	0%
Iron 23.6mg	0%
Potassium 736.6mg	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: 21.8%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 68.1%