# Components:
→ Dough
01 - 4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
03 - 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
04 - 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
05 - 1 tablespoon softened unsalted butter
06 - 1 1/4 cups lukewarm water
→ Lye Bath
07 - 4 1/4 cups water
08 - 3 tablespoons baking soda
→ Topping
09 - 2 tablespoons coarse sea salt
# Method:
01 - Dissolve yeast and sugar in lukewarm water; let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
02 - Combine flour, salt, softened butter with yeast mixture; mix until dough forms.
03 - Knead dough on lightly floured surface for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
04 - Place dough in greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.
05 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
06 - Divide dough into 8 equal portions, roll each into a 16-inch rope, shape into rings, and seal ends.
07 - Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan; carefully add baking soda to create alkaline bath.
08 - Using a slotted spoon, immerse each pretzel ring in the simmering bath for 30 seconds; drain and place on baking sheet.
09 - Sprinkle coarse sea salt evenly over pretzels.
10 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until deep golden brown.
11 - Allow pretzels to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
