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Spicy Pretzel Twists

Spicy Pretzel Twists

These Spicy Pretzel Twists are warm, chewy, and have an irresistible spicy kick.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 8 pretzels
Course: Snacks & Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour provides chewy texture
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast use fresh for best results
  • 1.5 cups warm water around 110°F
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar balances savory flavors
  • 1 teaspoon salt can use kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
Boiling Ingredients
  • 0.5 cup baking soda essential for flavor
Topping Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons coarse sea salt for topping

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Pot
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Stir in flour, salt, and cayenne pepper until a dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 5 minutes.
  3. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm area until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  4. Preheat oven to 450°F. Divide dough into 8 pieces and shape into pretzels.
  5. Boil water with baking soda and drop pretzels in for 30 seconds each.
  6. Place on a baking sheet, sprinkle with sea salt, and bake for 12 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pretzelCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 5gFat: 2gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Serve warm with mustard or spicy dipping sauce for extra flavor.

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