Buttery Soft Pretzels Recipe

In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, sugar, and yeast. Mix well.

Add the warm water and melted butter to the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough forms.

Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a clean kitchen towel. Let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope, about 18 inches long.

Shape each rope into a pretzel shape and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

In a large pot, bring 2 cups of hot water and baking soda to a boil. Drop each pretzel into the boiling water for 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon and place them back on the baking sheet.

Sprinkle the pretzels with coarse sea salt.

Bake the pretzels for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown.

Remove from the oven and brush the pretzels with melted butter.

Serve warm and enjoy!