Cinnamon Sugar Soft Pretzels

Steps

1. 1

   In a bowl, add in warm milk, brown sugar, and yeast. Mix until well combined and let it sit for 9-10 minutes to bloom.

   Start 9-minute timer
2. 2

   In a separate bowl, add in the flour and the bloomed yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.

3. 3

   Knead the dough on a floured work surface for 9-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

   Start 9-minute timer
4. 4

   Place the dough ball into a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.

   Start 1-hour timer
5. 5

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200 °C) (200°C (400 °F)).

6. 6

   Separate the dough into even dough balls (should make around 8-10) and let them rest for 5 minutes.

   Start 5-minute timer
7. 7

   Roll out each ball to your desired size and length, then twist and form into a pretzel shape.

8. 8

   In a large pan on medium-high heat, add two cups of water and 1/4 cup baking soda. Mix and wait until it comes to a boiling point.

9. 9

   Place the pretzels in the pan and let them boil for 20-30 seconds.

   Start 20-second timer
10. 10

    Place the boiled pretzels on a baking sheet and put them in the preheated oven for 8-9 minutes or until golden brown.

    Start 8-minute timer
11. 11

    Take the pretzels out of the oven and immediately brush them with melted butter.

12. 12

    Combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl. Cover the buttered pretzels with the cinnamon sugar mixture and enjoy!