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Bakery-style homemade pretzels, aka Laugen Brezen, from a German baker to you! These are the large pretzels that taste so good dunked into German mustard.
You NEED to make these! Andy, one of our readers, wrote that his Dad, Ferdinand, a former Bavarian baker, taught him the recipe and technique, so it is genuinely authentic.
I was blessed when he was willing to share the recipe below as well as his photo. He also said to remember that the lye solution is key to the flavor.
Do read his caution in the recipe when using lye solution. This is definitely not a recipe you want the kids to help with, unless it's forming the traditional shape. If you'd rather not use lye, then check below for my recipe.
Among Oktoberfest recipes, this one should be a must. Dipped in hot German mustard or just plain, right out of the oven, you'll soon be in love with these too.
A special 'Thank You" to Andy and his Dad, Ferdinand, for sending is their recipe. I'm looking forward to being able to share more of his recipes!
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If you are not too keen on using lye, then here's my recipe for making pretzels. These are ones you'll definitely be wanting your kids to have fun with, helping you make.
However, if you're wanting to work with the lye and get that REAL traditional flavor, then you really need to try Andy's recipe. Knowing that it comes right from Bavaria is great.
Bakery-style homemade pretzels, aka Laugen Brezen, from a German baker to you! These are the large pretzels that taste so good dunked into German mustard.
Andy, one of our readers, wrote that his Dad, Ferdinand, a former Bavarian baker, taught him the recipe and technique, so it is genuinely authentic.
Prep Time
60 minutes + rise time |
Bake Time
17 minutes |
Total Time77 minutes + rise time |
Makes 18 large pretzels
*This recipe is sized for a 575w Kitchenaid mixer batch and has been scaled down/translated from an old recipe from Straubing, Bavaria*
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