The best show-stopping pretzel dinner roll recipe but for any time of day! This pretzel roll recipe is quick and easy to make and are perfect to serve for a dinner roll or for a breakfast roll for that matter.
This pretzel roll recipe is the best dinner roll recipe you will ever find! I promise these will be the talk of your next get together.
This is honestly the only roll recipe I have been using for the last 10 years because it’s a cinch to make and so versatile! You could literally make these every single day and have a completely different roll simply by changing the toppings.
Topping Ideas for Pretzel Dinner Rolls:
Top this pretzel roll with fresh herbs like rosemary or sage and serve as a side dish.
Or shape them into pretzel bites and toss in cinnamon sugar or Everything but the Bagel Seasoning for a delicious breakfast bite or snack!
From tossing to measuring, my kids love to help with this entire recipe. Their oddly-shaped rolls are just a crack-up! Do you aim for the perfect round shape?
Sometimes we have nice, smooth round rolls. But most of the time we end up with some variation of a football shape. If you have multiple children helping, portion enough dough for each child to participate!
And my favorite topping of all time is probably a jalapeno cheese variation. Top the uncooked rolls with pickled diced jalapenos and cheddar cheese. They are heavenly!
Follow these helpful tips for successful pretzel roll:
- Make sure your yeast hasn’t expired. If your yeast has expired, chances are it won’t activate and the dough won’t rise. I like to buy my yeast in bulk at Sam’s Club. You can store the yeast in the freezer or in the fridge.
- Make sure the yeast has activated. When activating yeast you want the milk or water to be warm, but not too hot, or it will kill the yeast. Aim for 110°F. The yeast should look foamy when activated.
- For these rolls you will want to mix the dough by hand. If you use a mixer you will add too much flour into the dough and they will be dense and not fluffy.
- Don’t skimp on the butter and salt for this recipe!
- Use kosher salt for the tops of the rolls.
- If you need to make more than 12 rolls, I would advise to only double a single batch. If you need to triple or quadruple the batch, use a second bowl to make more batches.
Pretzel Roll Recipe:
Yield: 12
Famous Pretzel Rolls
Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
Soft, fluffy pretzel rolls are the perfect side to your family dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon Dry Active Yeast
- 3 Tablespoons Brown Sugar
- 1 Cup Milk, Warm
- 2 Tablespoons Butter, Diced
- 2 Cups All Purpose Flour
- 1 Teaspoon Salt
To Top:
- 1/2 Cup Butter, Melted
- Kosher Salt or Flaked Sea Salt (I recommend Maldon Salt)
- Optional Toppings: Rosemary or Sage, Minced
Instructions
- Place the yeast and brown sugar into a mixing bowl.
- Warm the milk, but make sure it is not hot or it will kill your yeast.
- Add the milk to the yeast mixture, stir and let sit for 10 minutes to activate the yeast. The yeast should look foamy when activated.
- When the yeast is activated add the butter, 1 cup of flour and salt and stir to combine.
- Add the other cup of flour and stir to combine. The dough may be a little sticky and that is okay. Cover the dough with a towel and let sit in a warm place for 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Melt the 1/2 cup butter in a small bowl.
- Dip your hands into the melted butter and grab about 1/4 cup of dough. Roll into a ball and place the dough on a parchment lined baking sheet.
- Finish with the remaining dough. Brush the tops of the rolls with melted butter and then top with a good amount of salt and optional herbs. Cook in the oven for 10 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, brush with more melted butter and salt. Serve warm.
Notes
You can also make these into pretzel bites.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
16Serving Size:
1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 139Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 271mgCarbohydrates: 15gFiber: 1gSugar: 2gProtein: 3g
FAQs
The pretzel buns get a water bath in a solution made from water and baked baking soda - this gives them that signature pretzel taste. Egg wash and score.
What is a pretzel bun made of? ›
To make soft pretzel rolls, we use the exact same dough that we use to make soft pretzels. This simple dough comes together with incredibly basic ingredients like water, yeast, butter, brown sugar, salt, and flour.
How is a pretzel made? ›
Pretzels are uniquely shaped baked snacks manufactured from a lean and stiff fermented wheat flour dough. They are typically treated with a sodium hydroxide or other alkali salts prior to baking and topped with coarse or Kosher salt. They are available in a variety of flavors and colors.
What gives pretzel bread its flavor? ›
Lye. The dough is simple; take a basic yeast-risen dough that can be readied in an afternoon. But the trick to great pretzels is dipping the pretzels in a liquid wash before baking — and not just any wash, but a combination of water and lye. That's what gives pretzels their terrific color, texture and flavor.
What is the most common condiment for pretzels? ›
Dijon mustard or a spicy brown mustard are the typical go-tos, as they add an extra kick to your pretzel snack. However, you can also get the best of both worlds by choosing a cheesy mustard dip.
Why are pretzel buns so good? ›
Additionally, the pretzel bun is a bit more dense than a regular bun, making for a heartier meal. If you enjoy pretzel bites stuffed with mini hot dogs or just a salty pretzel dipped in cheese, then you will love these ham and cheese pretzel bun sliders. These sliders are sure to be a hit at any dinner party.
What does Auntie Anne's dip pretzels in? ›
Choices include Cheese, Hot Salsa Cheese, Sweet Glaze, Caramel, Honey Mustard, Marinara, and Light Cream Cheese.
Should I toast a pretzel bun? ›
Toasting the bun creates a crispy outer layer while maintaining a soft interior, adding a delightful crunch that complements the juicy burger patty. King's Hawaiian Sweet Pretzel Hamburger Buns are versatile enough to complement all of your favorite burger toppings and condiments.
What is different about a pretzel bun? ›
Pretzel buns are different to regular bread because they are boiled in a baking soda (bicarbonate of soda) and water solution before being baked in a hot oven. The baking soda/water combo helps to give the pretzels their golden brown, crispy crust and signature chewy texture.
How do you get salt to stick to pretzel buns? ›
Lightly spray (mist) the tops of the pretzels with cool water from a distance of at least at least 18”. You don't want to soak the skin, just moisten it. LIGHTLY Sprinkle the Pretzel Salt provided to have a small amount on each pretzel. You can re-use any salt that falls off onto the sheetpan after your baking process.
Bread flour provides more structure
Gluten helps provide structure, allowing a baked good to have more body and sturdiness. As a result, bread flour will make it easier for a pretzel to hold its shape. This can be an advantage to beginner bakers, especially since the shape of a pretzel is so important.
What does baking soda do to pretzels? ›
Like lye, baking soda is an alkaline substance, and when mixed with water and brushed over the pretzel dough, it changes the pH of the dough and gelates the surface starch. In the oven, the starch gel hardens and the alkaline baking soda makes browning happen fast.
What's the difference between a pretzel and a soft pretzel? ›
Soft pretzels are large and have a chewy texture. They're usually served individually and are commonly sold at concession stands, restaurants, and bakeries. Meanwhile, hard pretzels are small and crunchy and can be eaten by the handful, depending on their shape.
What makes pretzel bread different? ›
Soft pretzels are just a yeast bread is that formed into a pretzel shape. The one big difference in pretzel making, as opposed to a regular bread, is that pretzels are boiled and then baked. It is the boiling that gives the outside of the pretzel its beautiful golden brown color and uniquely crisp and chewy texture.
What's the difference between a pretzel bun and a regular bun? ›
1) Pretzel bread contains brown sugar whereas regular bread contains white sugar. 2) Pretzel bread boils in a baking soda bath to help give the pretzel-y color, flavor, and texture that we are accustomed to. 3) Pretzel bread only rises once instead of twice like regular bread which will cause it to be more dense.
How do you describe the taste of a pretzel? ›
Tasting Notes:
The typical pretzel has a pleasant cracker-like flavor, a crisp, brittle texture and a brown glossy surface color. Salt crystals are often sprinkled on its surface to make them taste more appealing. Pretzels have a moisture content of anywhere from 2-4% and therefore have a very long shelf life.
