Description
These Gluten-Free Soft Pretzels are a delightful snack that combines a chewy texture with a golden crust, perfect for anyone craving traditional pretzels without gluten. They offer an easy-to-follow recipe with a baking soda bath for authentic flavor and appearance.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose gluten-free flour blend with xanthan gum
- 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup warm water (about 100°F)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (room temperature; dairy-free butter can be used)
- 2 quarts water (for baking soda bath)
- 1/4 cup baking soda
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Coarse sea salt (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Mix Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine gluten-free flour, brown sugar, yeast, baking powder, salt, water, egg, and butter until smooth.
- Let Dough Rise: Cover the dough in an oiled bowl and let it rise for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Shape Pretzels: Shape the dough into ropes and twist them into pretzel forms.
- Baking Soda Bath: Boil pretzels in baking soda bath for 10-15 seconds each before placing on the baking sheet.
- Bake Pretzels: Sprinkle with coarse salt and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden.
