Shaping these knots is easier than tying your shoes—there’s no bow involved. For more pretzel baking fun, try our Pretzel Twists or Traditional Large Soft Pretzels.
Pretzel Knots
Makes about 40
Ingredients
- Essential Pretzel Dough
- ¼ cup (60 grams) baking soda
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 3 tablespoons (42 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- Kosher salt or other desired toppings
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and lightly spray or grease them.
- Turn out the prepared pretzel dough and divide it into 40 equal pieces (about 1 ounce each). Starting from the center and rolling outward, shape each piece into a log about 4 to 6 inches long and ¾ inch in diameter. Tie each log into a simple knot and place on the prepared pans. Cover and let rest 5 to 10 minutes.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil over medium-high heat and add the baking soda. Use a pot deep enough to allow for the water to foam up—once the baking soda is added the water level will rise.
- Carefully lower each knot into the boiling baking soda solution and poach for 30 seconds per side. Remove with a large slotted spoon and return to the prepared pans. Brush each knot with the beaten egg.
- Bake until the knots are golden brown, about 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the oven, brush with melted butter, and sprinkle with kosher salt or your chosen toppings.
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Dukkah Blend
Makes 1 cup
Ingredients
- ½ cup (57 grams) pine nuts
- ¼ cup (36 grams) sesame seeds
- ⅛ cup (18 grams) coriander seeds
- 2 tablespoons (18 grams) cumin seeds
- 2 teaspoons (6 grams) kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon (2 grams) turmeric
- ½ teaspoon (1 gram) ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, toast the pine nuts, sesame seeds, coriander, and cumin seeds with the salt, turmeric, and pepper until fragrant, about 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer the toasted mixture to the bowl of a food processor and pulse until it becomes fine and crumbly, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Store in an airtight container.
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Everything Spice Blend
Makes about ½ cup
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons (12 grams) garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons (12 grams) dried onion flakes
- 2 tablespoons (18 grams) sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons (18 grams) poppy seeds
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon (12 grams) kosher salt
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. Store the blend in an airtight container and use as a topping for pretzels, breads, or savory snacks.
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