I enjoy making bread. I like the method, process, flavor and texture of homemade bread. My kids enjoy helping me, so making bread together is something we can all do in the kitchen. I have tried my hand at many different types of bread recipes over the last couple of years. I like to make things at home that we would typically get at the store or a restaurant.
For about the last two years I have been making these pretzel bites. They are light and buttery and go great with soup or just for a snack. So when I saw this recipe for Pretzel Bread, I knew I needed to try it. My kids love soft pretzels. That’s one of the first things they ask for when we go to Sam’s. I knew this recipe would be a hit! The first time I made this bread, our babysitter was over for the afternoon to play with the kids. She and I polished off an entire loaf all by ourselves with our dinner. When my husband got home from work he had a few pieces of the second loaf and then the dog snatched the rest when no one was looking. It was a hit! Approved by all! This time around, I made sure to hide it from the dog!
Pete describes this bread as soft and chewy (which he loves) but with a crunchy outer rim. The best of both worlds. It’s like a giant soft pretzel that you can slice. I’m sure this would be fantastic as grilled cheese but I wouldn’t know because it never lasts long enough!
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more for topping
- 1½ cups warm water
- 2¼ teaspoons instant yeast
- 4-5 cups (give or take) flour
- 10 cups of water
- ⅔ cup baking soda
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon water
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the butter, sugar, salt and warm water.
- Add the yeast and flour and mix with the dough hook on low speed.
- Once the dough starts to come together increase the speed to medium and beat for 4-5 minutes. If the dough is not cleaning the sides of the bowl, add a small amount of flour at a time until the dough is no longer sticking to the bowl. The dough is done kneading when it is smooth and soft.
- Spray a large bowl with cooking spray.
- Shape the dough into a ball and place in the bowl, turning once to coat it with the cooking spray. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and let rise for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Boil the 10 cups of water. Add the baking soda once the water has boiled.
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Move the oven rack to the lower third of the oven.
- Divide the dough into two equal pieces.
- Shape into loaves and place on the baking sheet.
- Cover with a towel and let rise for 10 minutes.
- One at a time, place the loaf into the boiling water with the baking soda for 30-40 seconds, turning over once. Remove from the water with a slotted spoon and place back on the baking sheet. Repeat with the second loaf.
- Combine the egg yolk and water and brush the outside of each loaf.
- Sprinkle salt on top of each loaf
- Score a shallow “X” on top of each loaf.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until dark golden brown.
- Let cool for about 10 minutes.
Recipe Source: Seeded at the Table
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This bread looks delicious Kathy! Pinned to my bread board
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Soft and chewy with a crunchy crust. Say no more! I’d love a slice right now. Pretzel bread is the best!
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This looks awesome Kathy! We love pretzel rolls so I’m sure we would love this!
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I love me some pretzel bread. I’m swooning just thinking about it!
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