Soft Pretzel Bread Letters

Step 1: Activate the Yeast

1. In a bowl mix warm water, sugar, and yeast.
2. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until it becomes foamy.

Step 2: Make the Dough

1. Add flour, salt, and melted butter to the yeast mixture.
2. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth.

Step 3: Let the Dough Rise

1. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl.
2. Cover with a towel.
3. Let it rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.

Step 4: Shape the Letters

1. Divide the dough into small pieces.
2. Roll each piece into a long rope (like a snake).
3. Shape the ropes into letters or words on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

Step 5: Pretzel Bath

1. Bring 6 cups water to a boil.
2. Add baking soda.
3. Carefully dip each dough letter into the water for 20 seconds.
4. Place back on the baking sheet.

(This step gives pretzels their classic chewy texture.)

Step 6: Egg Wash

1. Beat the egg.
2. Brush it over each dough letter.
3. Sprinkle with coarse salt if desired.

Step 7: Bake

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.

Step 8: Serve

Let cool slightly and serve warm.

These bread letters are perfect for:

• Celebrations
• Messages on trays
• Parties or gatherings

✅ Tip:
You can also brush them with garlic butter or melted butter after baking for extra flavor.

If you want, I can also show you:

• 🥨 The famous mall soft pretzel recipe (super fluffy)
• 🥖 How to make bread letters that stay perfectly shaped
• 🍞 A simple 3-ingredient dough for making edible words.