Easy Homemade Soft Pretzels – Pretzel Hamburger Buns Done Right
These Easy Homemade Soft Pretzels will change the burger game forever. I mean, once you’ve had a juicy burger tucked inside a golden, chewy-on-the-outside, fluffy-on-the-inside pretzel bun… there’s no going back to plain old sesame. This recipe brings together that classic pretzel flavor you crave with a homemade touch that’s shockingly doable—even on a weeknight.
I’ll admit, the first time I made these, I was skeptical. Me? Boiling dough in baking soda water like I run a Bavarian bakery? But here’s the thing: it’s easier than it sounds, and the end result? *Chef’s kiss*. Soft Pretzel Bites Recipe inspired me, and now I swear by it.
Whether you’re grilling burgers or need a sturdy bun for pulled pork, Homemade Soft Pretzels are the upgrade you didn’t know you needed. You’ll find this Soft Pretzels Recipe rivals your favorite bakery’s—and it’s loaded with heart. Let’s roll some dough, boil it, bake it, and shock your tastebuds.
Servings: 8 buns
Ingredients
- 1½ cups warm water (110° to 115°F)
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2¼ teaspoons)
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup baking soda (for boiling water)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Coarse salt, for topping
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes, until foamy.
- Stir in flour and salt. Mix until dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 8 minutes until smooth.
- Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 hour.
- Punch down and divide into 8 pieces. Shape each piece into a tight ball, then flatten slightly to bun shape.
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Bring a large pot of water and baking soda to a boil. Gently boil each bun for 30 seconds per side.
- Transfer to baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and sprinkle with coarse salt.
- Bake for 13–15 minutes, until deeply golden brown. Cool slightly before slicing.