Homemade Mini Soft Pretzels

These Homemade Mini Soft Pretzels are a fun and delicious treat for the whole family. Made with clean, simple ingredients like einkorn flour, water, and a touch of salt, these pretzels are a healthier and more flavorful alternative to store-bought options. The einkorn flour adds a unique nutty flavor and provides a boost of nutrients. These easy-to-make pretzels are perfect for a snack, appetizer, or even a fun weekend baking activity with kids. Dip them in melted butter and sprinkle with salt, or enjoy them with your favorite dipping sauce.

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Homemade Mini Soft Pretzels

Total Time2 hours hrs

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: American

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 4 cup Einkorn flour (see note for all purpose)
• 2 tbsp Butter (room temperature)
• 1 tbsp Honey
• 1 tsp Salt
• 2 1/2 tsp Active dry yeast
• 1 1/2 cup Warm water
• 1/4 tsp Baking soda
• 2 Eggs
• 4 tbsp Coarse pretzel salt (can also just use coarse salt or flaky salt)

Instructions

• In a large bowl, combine 1 1/2 cup Warm water (not hot), 1 tbsp Honey, and2 1/2 tsp Active dry yeast. Allow to sit for a few minutes
• Then add in 4 cup Einkorn flour to start, 1 tsp Salt, and 2 tbsp Butter.
• Knead well for a few mintues, adding more flour if needed so dough is still soft but workable
• Add dough back to bowl, cover, and let it rise for 10 minutes.
• While rising, boil a large pot of water with 1/4 tsp Baking soda and preheat oven to 425 degrees.
• Once dough is risen, divide into 24 pieces.
• Roll each piece into a long, thin snake like shape, about 6-8 inches long.
• Twist into a pretzel shape by shaping the dough into a U shape, facing away from you.
• Twist the two ends around each other twice, then bring the ends back towards you and press into the bottom of the U shape.
• Place on a lined parchment baking tray
• Continue until all pieces are shaped.
• Once water is boiling, add 4 pretzels at a time into the water for 1 minute on each side, then place back on the baking tray.
• Crack 2 Eggs, whisk, and brush onto the pretzels. Sprinkle with 4 tbsp Coarse pretzel salt.
• Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
• Cool and enjoy with your favorite dip or use our homemade queso! Recipe attached

Notes

storage

• Freeze leftovers for up to 2 months or store at room temperature in a ziploc bag for 4-5 days.

all purpose flour

• use 3 1/4-3 1/2 c all purpose flour