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Bavarian Pretzels

Cultural Context

Bavarian pretzels, known as Brezn, are a traditional German snack often enjoyed with beer. They are characterized by their unique knot shape and dark brown crust, achieved through a boiling process in a baking soda solution before baking. These pretzels are commonly found at Oktoberfest and other festivals, symbolizing Bavarian culture. Their origins trace back to the Middle Ages, and they have become a beloved snack not only in Germany but also worldwide.

GermanDEsnack
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
1 cup warm water (200ml)
1 cup warm milk (200ml)
1 packet fresh yeast (42gr)
4 tablespoons melted butter (150gr)
2 tablespoons sugar (40gr)
1 teaspoon salt (10gr)
7-8 cups flour (700-800gr)
5 tablespoons baking soda (80gr)
10 glasses water (2l)
a small spoonful of butter to coat the finished pastries

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour adds more fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

1

Dissolve the fresh yeast in warm water and let it sit until frothy.

2

In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.

3

Add the yeast mixture and warm milk to the flour mixture and knead until smooth and firm.

4

Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size.

5

Divide the dough into pieces and shape into pretzels.

6

Boil 10 glasses of water with baking soda and briefly dip each pretzel.

7

Place pretzels on a baking sheet, brush with melted butter, and sprinkle with coarse salt.

8

Bake in a preheated oven until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

kneadingboilingbaking

Equipment Needed

large bowlbaking sheetpotoven

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

BreznPretzel
Local Name: Brezn

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