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Christmas Pretzels

Christmas Pretzels are the perfect festive snack that combines soft, chewy dough with a sweet, creamy icing. Ideal for holiday gatherings, these delightful treats fill your home with a warm aroma and create lasting memories.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup warm water 110°F
  • ⅓ cup baking soda for boiling
  • 4 tbsp melted butter for brushing
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for icing
  • 2 tbsp milk for icing
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon for icing

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy. Add flour and salt; knead until smooth.
  2. Shape the Pretzels: Divide dough into equal portions. Roll each portion into ropes and twist into pretzel shapes.
  3. Boil in Baking Soda Solution: Preheat oven to 425°F. Bring water mixed with baking soda to a boil; boil each pretzel for about 30 seconds.
  4. Bake Until Golden: Place pretzels on a greased baking sheet, brush with melted butter, and sprinkle with coarse salt if desired. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Create Icing: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and cinnamon until smooth.
  6. Drizzle & Serve: Drizzle icing over warm pretzels and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1pretzel (80g)Calories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 330mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12g

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