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Caramel pretzel served
Delicious caramel pretzels with sesame seeds

Sweet Caramel Soft Pretzels

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Cakes and Desserts
The meeting of salty and sweet is always exciting, and this caramel pretzel proves it. The neutral base of soft yeast dough is crowned by the sweetness of caramel sauce, while the dough's mild saltiness highlights the caramel notes. This recipe isn't about crispy snacks, but guides us into the world of soft, brioche-like pastries, best enjoyed with a mug of milk or coffee.
🕒 Prep Time 30 mins
🍳 Cook Time 25 mins
⌛ Total Time 2 hrs
🍽️ Servings 8 servings
🔥 Calories 380 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Sieve
  • Baking sheet with parchment paper
  • Brush
  • Saucepan (for sauce)

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Sesame

Instructions

1 ✓

Pour lukewarm milk and water into a small bowl. Stir in sugar, then sprinkle in yeast. Leave alone 5-10 minutes until it starts foaming.

Tip: Check liquid temperature on your wrist: if neither cold nor burning, it's just right for yeast.
2 ✓

Sift flour into large bowl, mix in salt. Pour in activated yeast mixture and soft butter.

Tip: Salt flavors and strengthens gluten network, but sprinkled directly on yeast would inhibit function, so mix into flour.
3 ✓

Knead dough 8-10 minutes until smooth, shiny ball forms that doesn't stick to bowl.

Tip: Halfway through, dough may still seem sticky, but don't add flour immediately; kneading will bring it together.
4 ✓

Cover dough and proof in warm place 60 minutes, or until doubled.

Tip: Turned-off but previously warmed oven is ideal for proofing.
5 ✓

Turn dough onto board, divide into 8-10 parts. Roll each into rope and shape into pretzels. Place on parchment-lined sheet.

Tip: Leave space between pretzels as they will grow during baking.
6 ✓

Brush pretzels thinly with water and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Let rest another 10-15 minutes while oven heats to 400°F (200°C).

Tip: Water wash replaces egg if you want a more matte but crispy surface, and helps seeds stick.
7 ✓

Bake pretzels 20-25 minutes until beautiful golden brown.

Tip: Smell is best indicator: if you smell baked dough, check oven.
8 ✓

Remove finished pretzels, let cool slightly. Before serving, drizzle generously with (warmed if needed) caramel sauce.

Tip: If caramel is too thick, thin with splash of cream or milk while heating.

Recipe FAQ

Why did the pretzel wrinkle after baking?
The dough probably overproofed. If proofed too long, structure weakens and collapses.
Can I use store-bought caramel sauce?
Yes, if in a hurry, it's a perfect solution, but homemade is always richer in flavor.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 packet Active Dry Yeast (2 1/4 tsp)
  • 2 tsp Granulated Sugar
  • 2 tsp Salt
  • 0.75 cup Lukewarm Milk
  • 0.5 cup Lukewarm Water
  • 0.33 cup Caramel Sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 3.5 tbsp Butter (room temperature)
  • 2 tbsp Sesame Seeds