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Blueberry pretzel plated
Yeast pretzels with blueberries and cinnamon sugar

Soft Blueberry Pretzels with Cinnamon Sugar

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Quick Meals Cakes and Desserts
While pretzels often bring to mind the salty Bavarian variety, this recipe combines Hungarian sweet yeast dough traditions with modern fruity pastries. The dough isn't boiled (like Bavarian), but is a fluffy, sweet brioche-like dough, made exciting by the acidity of blueberries and the crunch of baked sugar. Like a twisted jam bun, but more elegant.
🕒 Prep Time 1 hr 35 mins
🍳 Cook Time 25 mins
⌛ Total Time 2 hrs
🍽️ Servings 12 servings
🔥 Calories 280 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hungarian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Kitchen scale
  • Parchment paper
  • Baking sheet
  • Pastry brush

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Egg

Instructions

1 ✓

Prepare the yeast: crumble/sprinkle yeast into warm milk, add a teaspoon of sugar, mix, and leave for 10 minutes until frothy.

Tip: If it doesn't froth, the yeast is inactive. Warm milk is the ideal environment for yeast fermentation.
2 ✓

Sift flour into a bowl, mix in salt and remaining sugar. Pour in the yeast mixture, the whole egg, and melted butter.

Tip: Sifting flour aerates it, helping the yeast work.
3 ✓

Knead into a smooth, shiny dough (approx 10 mins). Finally, gently fold in the blueberries, careful not to crush them.

Tip: Kneading stretches protein chains, creating elasticity. Blueberry acid can weaken this structure, so add them last [gluten protection].
4 ✓

Cover bowl with a cloth and proof in a draft-free place until doubled (approx 60 mins).

Tip: Drafts cool the dough surface, slowing rising and causing 'skin' formation.
5 ✓

Turn dough onto a board, divide into 12 parts. Roll into ropes and shape into pretzels. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet.

Tip: Leave space between them as they expand during baking.
6 ✓

Proof shaped pretzels again for 15-20 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).

Tip: This rest lets the dough 'relax' after shaping for a soft result.
7 ✓

Brush pretzels with a little water or beaten egg, then sprinkle with cinnamon-mixed brown sugar.

Tip: Sugar caramelizes in the oven heat, creating a crunchy crust.
8 ✓

Bake for 20-25 minutes until deep golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.

Tip: Cooling on a rack prevents a soggy bottom by allowing steam to escape.

Recipe FAQ

Why does the dough crack while baking?
You likely didn't proof it long enough after shaping, so it expanded suddenly in the oven heat.
Can I use dried blueberries?
Yes, but soak them in warm water or tea beforehand to rehydrate.
How do I store them?
In an airtight container for 2-3 days, or freeze them.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Warm Milk
  • 1 packet (0.25 oz) Active Dry Yeast
  • 0.25 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 6 tbsp Butter (melted, not hot)
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 cup Fresh Blueberries
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar (for sprinkling)
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon