Laugenbrotchen (Pretzel Rolls)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 4
Delicious German Laugenbrotchen recipe for breakfast or snack time
in Bread

Prep

60 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

500 g plain flour
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
10 g yeast
1 teaspoon malt extract
2 tablespoons butter ( soft )
150 ml milk , mixed with
150 ml water
1 liter water
1 tablespoon salt
80 -100 g bicarbonate of soda
coarse salt , extra

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12-16
Calories
191
Sugar
1g
Fat
3g
Laugenbrotchen (Pretzel Rolls) is a traditional German bread that originated in Bavaria. These rolls are characterized by their unique chewy texture and distinctive pretzel-like crust, which is achieved by briefly boiling them in a solution of water and bicarbonate of soda before baking. Laugenbrotchen rolls are perfect for breakfast, snack time or as an accompaniment to soups and salads. They are delicious when served warm and can be enjoyed plain or with butter and jam. Making Laugenbrotchen rolls at home is easy and requires just a few simple ingredients.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, yeast, salt, malt extract, butter, and milk-water mixture. Knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic.
2.Cover the dough and let it rest in a warm place for about an hour until it doubles in size.
3.Preheat the oven to 220°C.
4.In a large pot, bring water and salt to a boil.
5.Divide the dough into 12-16 even balls and shape them into rolls.
6.Carefully add the bicarbonate of soda to the boiling water and reduce the heat to low.
7.Place the rolls, one at a time, into the boiling water and cook for 20 seconds on each side.
8.Remove the rolls from the water and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9.Sprinkle the rolls with coarse salt and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

Laugenbrotchen rolls are soft and fluffy on the inside with a crunchy crust on the outside.
They are perfect for breakfast, snack time or as an accompaniment to soups and salads.

These rolls are made with simple ingredients that are easy to find.

CONS

Laugenbrotchen rolls are high in sodium due to the bicarbonate of soda used in the recipe.
They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

They require some preparation and cooking time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Laugenbrotchen rolls are low in fat and a good source of carbohydrates, making them a great source of energy.
Malt extract is a good source of minerals such as magnesium, potassium, and phosphorus.

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