Soft Pretzels

By Drop Published: November 10, 2014 Originating in European monasteries in the early middle ages, these fresh Bavarian soft pretzels are a delicious salty, chewy treat. 4.8 stars based on 5 reviews Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 0 seconds Total time: 2 hours 30 minutes Yield: 10 servings Ingredients: active dried yeast, all purpose flour, baking soda, granulated sugar, salt, sea salt, water, Directions:
1. Get a clean medium bowl 2. Add warm water 3. Add granulated sugar 4. Add active dried yeast 5. Mix briefly until combined 6. Get a clean large mixing bowl 7. Add all purpose flour 8. Add granulated sugar 9. Add salt 10. Whisk briefly until combined 11. Transfer yeast mixture to dough 12. Mix on medium speed until dough forms 13. Turn out on lightly-floured surface 14. Knead until soft 15. Grease a medium bowl 16. Transfer dough to medium bowl 17. Cover with kitchen towel 18. Let rise dough for 2h until doubled and springy to touch 19. Pre-heat 20. Prepare 2 baking sheets with parchment paper 21. Knead dough for approx 1min until smooth 22. Divide 23. Form then set aside 24. Get a clean medium bowl 25. Add boiling water 26. Mix in baking soda 27. Transfer dough to boiling water one by one 28. Sprinkle with coarse sea salt 29. Bake for 10min until golden brown