Ingredients:

• 3/4 cups lukewarm water (110 to 115°F)
• 1 package active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup oil
• 2 – 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 egg white
• 1/2 tablespoon cold water
• Optional toppings: Sesame, poppy seeds, or flaky salt

Instructions:

1. Measure warm water into a large bowl. 
2. Sprinkle in yeast; stir until dissolved. 
3. Add sugar, salt, oil, and 2 cups flour; mix until smooth. Gradually add the remaining 1/2 cup of flour if the dough is sticky.
4. Knead dough for 8 to 10 minutes.
5. Cover dough and let rest for 30 minutes. 
6. Preheat oven to 425°F while dough is resting.
7. Divide dough into 12 pieces; cover, let rest 5 minutes.
8. Roll each into a uniform 18-inch rope. Shape into a pretzel by making a circle, bringing the ends together, twisting once and then pressing ends onto the bottom curve of the circle.
9. Place on greased or parchment-lined baking sheets. Beat together egg white and cold water and brush on pretzels. If desired, sprinkle on additional toppings.
10. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden.
11. Remove pretzels from baking sheets and cool on wire rack.
12. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Information

150 Calories│5g Fat (0g Saturated)│23g Carbohydrates│2g Added Sugar│3g Protein│170mg Sodium│1g Fiber