Quick Pretzels

We love soft pretzels at the Keuilian house, but the buttery, refined-flour variety from Wetzel Pretzel don’t cut it for us anymore. This recipe is quick, only calling for a 30 minute rise time, so it’s easy to get your pretzel fix whenever you need it. These pretzels are pure and hearty with a touch of sweet.

Here’s what you need:

• 2 cups whole wheat flour, divided
• 1 Tablespoon canola oil
• 1 cup apple juice
• 1 Tablespoon active dry yeast
• 3 Tablespoons Earthbalance, melted (optional)
• Coarse sea salt (optional)

1. Combine 1 cup of flour, the canola oil, the apple juice and the yeast, mix with electric mixer for 3 minutes. Add the remaining cup of flour.
2. Dust part of your counter with flour, dump the dough onto the prepared area and knead for 10-15 minutes, adding sprinkles of flour as needed. Roll 8 pieces of dough into long snakes, and form it into a pretzel.
3. Place the pretzels on an oiled baking sheet, cover with a clean dish towel, and allow to rise for 30 minutes.
4. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Brush the melted Earthbalance over each pretzel and sprinkle with salt.
5. Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown.

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