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Sweet and soft homemade cinnamon sugar pretzels on a plate

Cinnamon Sugar Pretzels

Enjoy these delightful sweet and soft cinnamon sugar pretzels that boast a crispy crust and a pillowy inside, all coated in a sugary cinnamon mixture.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 pretzels
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups 1 ½ cups warm water (about 110°F)
  • 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2.25 teaspoons 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 4 cups 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cups ½ cup baking soda (for boiling) This gives the pretzels their classic flavor and chewy texture.
  • 1 large 1 large egg (for egg wash)
Coating Ingredients
  • 0.5 cups ½ cup granulated sugar (for coating)
  • 2 teaspoons 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Optional
  • Melted butter for brushing Adds richness and flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a large mixing bowl. Stir gently and let it rest for about five minutes until it becomes frothy.
  2. Add in the flour and salt. Mix until a dough starts to form, then knead it on a lightly floured surface for about five minutes until smooth and elastic.
  3. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a kitchen towel. Let it rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together granulated sugar and cinnamon for the coating.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Bring a large pot of water to a gentle boil and add in the baking soda.
  3. Punch down the risen dough and divide it into eight equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope (about 24 inches) and shape it into a pretzel.
  4. Place each pretzel into the boiling water for about 30 seconds before transferring to the lined baking sheet.
  5. Brush the pretzels with the beaten egg and sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  6. Bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 4gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6g

Notes

These pretzels are best served warm. You can experiment with adding vanilla extract to the dough or chocolate chips for a dessert twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days or freeze for longer storage.

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