# Components:
→ Dough
01 - 4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
03 - 1 tsp granulated sugar
04 - 1 1/2 tsp salt
05 - 1 tbsp softened butter
06 - 1 1/4 cups lukewarm water
→ Lye Bath
07 - 4 1/4 cups water
08 - 3 tbsp baking soda
→ Topping
09 - 2 tbsp coarse sea salt
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Dissolve yeast and sugar in lukewarm water; allow to rest for 5 minutes until foamy.
02 - Combine flour, salt, and butter with yeast mixture; mix until a dough forms.
03 - Knead on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
04 - Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
05 - Preheat oven to 425°F; line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
06 - Divide dough into 8 equal portions; roll each into 16-inch ropes and form rings, sealing ends.
07 - Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan; carefully add baking soda, allowing bubbling.
08 - Using a slotted spoon, submerge each ring in the bath for 30 seconds; transfer to baking sheet.
09 - Sprinkle pretzels evenly with coarse sea salt.
10 - Bake pretzels for 12–15 minutes until deep golden brown.
11 - Allow pretzels to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
