CINNAMON-RAISIN SOFT PRETZELS

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I came up with this recipe after sampling pretzels at a Pennsylvania Dutch farmer's market. They're a nice morning treat-quicker than cinnamon rolls and easy for kids to eat.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 55m

Yield 14 pretzels.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1-1/2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups cake flour
2 to 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup raisins
2 tablespoons baking soda
2 cups hot water (120° to 130°)
3 tablespoons butter, melted
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Stir in brown sugar and salt. Add cake flour; stir well. Add enough all-purpose flour to form a soft dough. Stir in raisins. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until dough has risen slightly, about 30 minutes. Punch dough down; divide into 14 balls. Roll each ball into a 15-in. rope., In a bowl, dissolve baking soda in hot water. Dip each rope in baking soda mixture; drain on paper towels. Form into pretzel shapes and place on greased baking sheets. Bake at 400° for 15 minutes or until golden brown. , Combine sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Brush pretzels with butter, then dip in cinnamon-sugar. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 736mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

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