Pumpkin Patch Pretzels: Discover the Perfect Recipe Today!
Delicious pumpkin-flavored pretzels that are perfect for fall festivities.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 pretzels
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups warm water
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup baking soda
- 1 egg (beaten)
- Coarse sea salt (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add pumpkin puree, flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Divide the dough into small pieces and shape them into pretzels.
- In a large pot, bring water and baking soda to a boil. Boil each pretzel for 30 seconds.
- Place the boiled pretzels on a baking sheet, brush with beaten egg, and sprinkle with coarse salt.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a sweeter pretzel, add cinnamon sugar on top after baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- These pretzels can be served with a cream cheese dip for added flavor.