Garlic Butter Soft Pretzels
Get ready to impress your tastebuds with these irresistible Garlic Butter Soft Pretzels! 🥨✨ Whether you’re looking for a delicious snack or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, these pretzels are sure to hit the spot. Plus, they’re surprisingly easy to make at home!
Ingredients:
- 1 package active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup baking soda
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water with sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and yeast mixture. Knead until smooth.
- Let dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 450°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Shape dough into pretzel twists and dip in a baking soda water bath.
- Place pretzels on the baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- In a small saucepan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Brush garlic butter over baked pretzels and sprinkle with salt.
Nutrition Information:
Serving size: 1 pretzel
Calories: 250
Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 8g
Helpful tips:
- Add grated cheese on top of pretzels before baking for a cheesy twist.
- Sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning for extra flavor.
- Serve with a side of mustard or cheese dip for dipping.
- For a sweeter version, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar instead of salt.
- Brush with honey butter after baking for a sweet and savory combination.
- Experiment with different herbs and spices in the garlic butter for unique flavors.
- For a more golden color, brush pretzels with milk before baking.
- Make mini pretzel bites for a bite-sized snack.
- For a crunchy texture, sprinkle with sesame seeds or poppy seeds.
- Customize with your favorite toppings like chopped nuts or dried fruits.
Expert Secrets:
- Use high-quality yeast for the best rise and flavor.
- Ensure the dough is well-kneaded for a soft and chewy texture.
- Don’t skip the baking soda bath – it gives the pretzels their iconic flavor and color.
- Brushing with egg wash gives a shiny finish to the pretzels.
- Adjust the amount of garlic in the butter to suit your taste preferences.
- Allow pretzels to cool slightly before serving to avoid burning your mouth.
- Store any leftover pretzels in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Get creative with shapes – try making heart-shaped pretzels for a special occasion.
- Serve warm for the best taste and texture.
- Enjoy with a cold beverage like beer or lemonade for the perfect pairing.