Freshly baked, warm from the oven, and coated in buttery cinnamon sugar – these Cinnamon Sugar Soft Pretzels are the ultimate homemade treat. With their golden-brown exterior, pillowy soft inside, and sweet spiced coating, they’re perfect for satisfying dessert cravings or serving at parties, game nights, and holiday gatherings.
Whether you enjoy them as an afternoon snack with coffee or a sweet ending to dinner, these pretzels are surprisingly easy to make at home.
Why You’ll Love These Soft Pretzels
- Bakery-style at home – No need to buy overpriced mall pretzels.
- Sweet and cozy flavors – Cinnamon sugar adds warmth and indulgence.
- Customizable – Serve with cream cheese frosting or caramel sauce.
- Beginner-friendly – Simple dough that’s easy to shape.
Ingredients
For the Pretzels:
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F)
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For Boiling:
- 9 cups water
- ½ cup baking soda
For Topping:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Activate yeast – In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Make the dough – Add flour, salt, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms. Knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Let rise – Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Shape pretzels – Punch down dough and divide into 8 pieces. Roll each into a 20-inch rope and twist into a pretzel shape.
- Prepare baking soda bath – Bring 9 cups water and baking soda to a boil. Gently dip each pretzel into the boiling water for 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake – Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake pretzels for 12–15 minutes, until golden brown.
- Coat in cinnamon sugar – Brush pretzels with melted butter, then toss or sprinkle generously with cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Serve warm – Enjoy as is, or pair with cream cheese dip or caramel sauce.
Tips & Variations
- Extra soft – Don’t skip the boiling step; it’s key for chewy, bakery-style pretzels.
- Mini pretzels – Make bite-sized versions for parties.
- Glaze option – Drizzle with icing for a dessert-like finish.
Storage
- Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Reheat in a warm oven for that fresh-baked taste.
These Cinnamon Sugar Soft Pretzels are the perfect blend of chewy, fluffy, and sweet. Once you try them, you might never go back to store-bought!