Delicious and authentic German soft pretzel sticks, perfect for any occasion.
German Soft Pretzel Sticks
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This recipe for German Soft Pretzel Sticks is a wonderful treat brought to you by Grant Achatz. These pretzel sticks are authentic and delicious, perfect for any occasion. They are slightly sticky and silky, and are best served warm or at room temperature with mustard.
Ingredients
- 2 cups warm water
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 packet yeast
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 5 3/4 cups flour
- 1/4 cup additional flour (if needed)
- 2 quarts water
- 1/2 cup baking soda
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Salt (for sprinkling)
Directions
- In a large bowl, stir the brown sugar into 2 cups of warm water until dissolved. Sprinkle the yeast over the water and let stand until foamy, about 5 minutes. Stir in the vegetable oil and 3 cups of the flour. Knead in the remaining 2 3/4 cups of flour; the dough will be slightly sticky.
- Transfer the dough to a floured work surface and knead until silky, about 3 minutes; if the dough is very sticky, knead in up to 1/4 cup more flour. Transfer the dough to an large, oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap and let stand at room temperature until doubled in bulk, about 45 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 450°. Line 3 large cookie sheets with parchment paper and butter the paper. Punch down the dough and turn it out onto a floured work surface. Knead the dough lightly, flatten it out and cut it into 24 pieces. Roll each piece into a 9-inch stick about 1/2 inch thick. Transfer the sticks to the prepared cookie sheets, leaving at least 2 inches between them. Let stand uncovered until puffed, about 25 minutes.
- In a large, deep skillet, stir the baking soda into 2 quarts of water and bring to a simmer over high heat. Reduce the heat to moderate. Using 2 slotted spoons, carefully transfer 6 pretzel sticks at a time to the simmering water 30 seconds, turning once; add about 1 cup of hot water after before cooking the second batch of pretzels. Transfer the pretzel sticks to paper towels to drain, then return them to the cookie sheets, spacing them evenly.
- Brush the pretzel sticks with the egg wash and sprinkle with salt. Bake until richly browned, about 10 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature, with mustard.