Description
Pumpkin Spice Pretzel Falls are the ultimate fall treat, combining the classic chewy goodness of soft pretzels with the warm, cozy flavors of pumpkin spice. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, these easy-to-make pretzels are sure to impress your friends and family. With a golden-brown crust and a deliciously spiced interior, each bite is a taste of autumn bliss!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2 ¼ tsp)
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp salt
- 6 cups water (for boiling)
- ½ cup baking soda (for bath)
- Melted butter (for brushing)
- Coarse sea salt (for topping)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix flour, yeast, brown sugar, salt, and pumpkin pie spice. Gradually incorporate warm water (1 cup) and pumpkin puree until a dough forms. Knead for about 5 minutes on a floured surface until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour until it doubles in size.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Punch down risen dough, divide into 8 pieces; roll each into ropes and shape into pretzels.
- Boil 6 cups of water mixed with baking soda; drop pretzels in for 30 seconds each before placing them on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Brush with melted butter and sprinkle coarse salt before baking for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy your homemade pumpkin spice pretzels!
Notes
- For a different flavor profile, you can swap pumpkin puree with butternut squash.
- Experiment with spices by adding nutmeg or swapping cinnamon for cardamom.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
- Reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 5 minutes.
- The key to perfect pretzels is boiling them briefly before baking.
- Ensure your dough rises adequately for a non-dense pretzel.
- Brush with butter immediately after baking to lock in moisture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel (85g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg