Pretzel Shapes

Ingredients, directions and serving information for Pretzel Shapes.

• 1 teaspoon dry yeast
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 teaspoon honey*
• 1 1/3 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon salt

1. Wash hands with soap and water.
2. Preheat oven to 425 °F.
3. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water, add honey and let set for a few minutes.
4. In a large mixing bowl, measure flour and salt.
5. Add yeast mixture to flour mixture and stir until it forms a smooth ball. Add a little more flour if the dough is sticky.
6. Knead dough on countertop or dough board until it forms a smooth ball. Add a little flour if the dough is sticky.
7. Divide dough into 12 pieces about the size of a walnut. Roll each ball into a snake and then twist to make a pretzel, letter, or other fun shape.
8. Place pretzels on a baking sheet lightly coated with cooking spray. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown.