Description
Spicy Pretzel Twists deliver a sensational twist on the classic snack, combining a soft and chewy dough with a fiery kick of cayenne pepper. These golden-brown pretzels are perfect for game nights, parties, or enjoying as a delightful treat at home. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, impress your friends and family with this irresistible homemade snack that’s sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F)
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- ½ cup baking soda (for boiling)
- Coarse sea salt (for topping)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit until frothy (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in flour, salt, and cayenne pepper until a dough forms. Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size (approximately 1 hour).
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Punch down the dough and divide into eight pieces. Roll each into long ropes and twist into pretzel shapes.
- Boil water with baking soda in a large pot. Drop each pretzel into boiling water for about 30 seconds before placing on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Sprinkle with coarse sea salt and bake for about 12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg