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Crispy Garlic Parmesan Soft Pretzels Recipe Easy Homemade Snack with Buttery Glaze

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These crispy garlic parmesan soft pretzels feature a golden crust with a soft, chewy inside, topped with a buttery garlic-Parmesan glaze. Perfect for a quick, indulgent homemade snack.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (480g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 ½ cups (360ml) warm water (110°F / 43°C)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • ¼ cup (60g) baking soda
  • 4 tablespoons (60g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¾ cup (75g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon coarse sea salt

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a large bowl, combine 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F / 43°C) with 2 tablespoons sugar and the yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Make the dough: Add 4 cups flour, 1 ½ teaspoons salt, and 2 tablespoons melted butter to the yeast mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough: Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Dough should be slightly tacky but not sticky.
  4. First rise: Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  5. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  6. Prepare baking soda bath: Bring 10 cups (2.4 liters) water to a boil in a large pot. Carefully add ¼ cup baking soda, reduce heat to simmer.
  7. Shape pretzels: Punch down dough and divide into 8 equal pieces. Roll each into a 20-inch rope and twist into pretzel shapes.
  8. Boil pretzels: Using a slotted spoon, lower 2-3 pretzels at a time into baking soda bath. Boil each side for 30 seconds, then lift and drain.
  9. Place boiled pretzels on baking sheets. Sprinkle with garlic powder, grated Parmesan, and coarse sea salt.
  10. Bake for 12-15 minutes until deep golden brown and crispy.
  11. Make buttery glaze: Melt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter while pretzels bake. Brush melted butter on pretzels immediately after baking.
  12. Cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

Boiling pretzels in baking soda water is essential for the signature crust. Use a gentle simmer to avoid mushy pretzels. Brush melted butter after baking for a glossy finish and enhanced flavor. Rotate baking sheets halfway through baking for even browning. Avoid microwaving leftovers to keep pretzels crispy; reheat in oven instead.

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