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: Brush with an egg wash, sprinkle with coarse salt, and bake at 450°F ( ) for 10–12 minutes until golden. Creative Ways to Serve Pretzels

: Usually a mix of flour, yeast, sugar, salt, and warm water. Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth. pretzels-are-fun.mp4

: Dip the shaped dough into a boiling baking soda bath for about a minute. This "lye-style" bath is what creates the golden-brown crust and unique pretzel scent. : Brush with an egg wash, sprinkle with

A standard soft pretzel involves a few key steps to get that classic chewy texture and tangy flavor: : Brush with an egg wash

Pretzels are incredibly versatile and can be adapted for savory or sweet cravings: