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German Soft Pretzel Sticks

German Soft Pretzel Sticks: Chewy Joy for Snack Lovers

German Soft Pretzel Sticks are a perfect chewy snack, easy to customize with various toppings and ideal for gatherings.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 24 sticks
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: German
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup warm water (110°F) Activates the yeast for dough rise
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar Can substitute with white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil Keeps the dough tender
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Add more as needed for consistency
  • 1 packet active dry yeast Ensure it's fresh for best results
For the Pretzel Bath
  • ¾ cup baking soda Essential for the pretzel crust
For the Egg Wash and Topping
  • 1 egg for egg wash Mix with water for best results
  • coarse sea salt Sprinkle generously to taste
For Greasing
  • 1 tablespoon butter Greases the baking sheet

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • pot
  • Slotted Spoon
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine warm water with brown sugar in a bowl, sprinkle yeast over it, and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Mix the foamy yeast mixture with oil and flour in a large bowl. Knead until smooth and slightly sticky (5-10 minutes).
  3. Transfer dough to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area for 45 minutes until doubled.
  4. Punch down dough, divide into 24 pieces, roll each into a stick, and let rest for 25 minutes.
  5. Bring 10 cups of water to a simmer in a pot and dissolve baking soda into it.
  6. Boil each pretzel stick in water for 30 seconds per side, then drain on paper towels.
  7. Preheat oven to 450°F, beat egg with water, brush on pretzel sticks and sprinkle with salt.
  8. Bake pretzel sticks on a parchment-lined sheet for about 10 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stickCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gCalcium: 1mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Store pretzel sticks in an airtight container for up to 2 days or refrigerate for longer storage. Reheat in the oven for best results.

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