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Soft Pretzel Buns

Soft Pretzel Buns: Your New Favorite Homemade Treat

Discover delicious Soft Pretzel Buns that are easy to make and perfect for any meal. Elevate your dining experience with this vegetarian-friendly recipe.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 37 minutes
Servings: 8 buns
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Warm Water Substitute with milk for a richer flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Can be swapped with granulated sugar.
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Essential leavening agent for rising.
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter Vegetable oil can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use fine salt if substituting.
  • 3-4 cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour can be used for a heartier texture.
For the Baking Process
  • 2/3 cup Baking Soda Vital for achieving pretzel crust.
  • 1 egg Egg Can substitute with milk for non-egg wash.

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • Boiling Pot
  • Baking sheet
  • plastic wrap
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Soft Pretzel Buns
  1. Activate Yeast: In a large bowl, combine warm water, brown sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Prepare Dough: Stir in melted butter and salt. Gradually add flour until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead Dough: Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. First Rise: Shape into a ball, place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
  5. Shape Buns: Punch down, divide dough into 8-10 pieces, shape into buns, and rest.
  6. Boil Buns: Boil water with baking soda, lower buns into water for 30 seconds, then remove.
  7. Prepare for Baking: Preheat oven to 400°F. Brush with egg, score, and sprinkle with sea salt.
  8. Bake: Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bunCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 380mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These buns are perfect for sandwiches, sliders, or breakfast treats. They are also make-ahead friendly and suitable for freezing.

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