Pretzel Bread

Transform your kitchen into a bakery with this irresistibly golden-brown Pretzel Bread recipe! Perfectly chewy with a signature soft texture, this bread captures the classic flavors of a traditional pretzel in a shareable loaf form. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and melted butter, this recipe also includes an essential baking soda bath for achieving that authentic pretzel crust. Finished with a glossy egg wash and a sprinkle of coarse sea salt, these loaves bake up beautifully in just 25 minutes. Ideal for soups, sandwiches, or as a stand-alone snack, this Pretzel Bread is a crowd-pleaser guaranteed to add a gourmet touch to any meal. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, this easy recipe will make you feel like a pro!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:120 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:150 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Warm water
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cup Baking soda
• 1 Large egg, beaten
• 1 tablespoon Coarse sea salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine warm water and brown sugar, stirring until dissolved. Sprinkle yeast over the top and let sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.

Step 2

Add melted butter, salt, and flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until a dough begins to form.

Step 3

Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add more flour if the dough is too sticky.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 6

Punch the dough down and divide it into 2 equal portions. Shape each portion into a round loaf.

Step 7

Bring a large pot of water to a boil, then add the baking soda carefully to avoid overflow.

Step 8

Gently place each loaf into the boiling water, boiling one at a time for 30 seconds on each side. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

Brush each loaf with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.

Step 10

With a sharp knife, make a few shallow slashes on top of each loaf.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the loaves are deep brown in color and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 12

Cool slightly on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1092.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2212.9

Total Fat 44.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 279mg	0%
Sodium 39665.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 387.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.5g	0%
Total Sugars 18.5g
Protein 58.7g	0%

Vitamin D 40IU	0%
Calcium 119.2mg	0%
Iron 23.7mg	0%
Potassium 759.3mg	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: 18.3%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 70.9%