Sweet Bretzel for Bretzelsonndeg

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option.

almond slivers

🥗Healthier: chopped walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Chopped walnuts are a nutritious alternative.

Mix warm milk and sugar in a bowl until dissolved.

Sprinkle yeast over the mixture and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

Combine flour and salt in a large mixing bowl.

Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the flour.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Divide the dough into equal pieces and shape into pretzel forms.

Boil water in a large pot and add baking soda.

Carefully dip each pretzel into the boiling water for 30 seconds, then remove and drain.

Place the pretzels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Sprinkle with almond slivers and cinnamon before baking.

Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

Let cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar.

Cooking Techniques

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