Description
Celebrate your next gathering with these delightful Patriotic Pretzels, a perfect blend of sweet and salty flavors. Vibrantly colored in red, white, and blue, these soft pretzels are not only a visual treat but also incredibly easy to make. Perfect for Independence Day celebrations, barbecues, or any festive occasion, they will have your guests reaching for more!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm water (110°F)
- 1 packet (2.25 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp coarse sea salt
- Red gel food coloring
- Blue gel food coloring
- Star-shaped sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit until frothy (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in flour and salt until a dough forms; knead until smooth.
- Divide dough into three portions: leave one plain, tint one red, and one blue.
- Roll each portion into ropes about 12 inches long and twist into pretzel shapes.
- Place pretzels on prepared sheets; brush with melted butter and sprinkle with sea salt.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool slightly before adding sprinkles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg