Soft Pretzel Sticks with Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce

Ingredients and Weight:

For the Pretzel Sticks: * All-purpose flour: 2 1/2 cups (300g) * Dry active yeast: 1 tablespoon (7g) * Sugar: 1 tablespoon (12g) * Salt: 1 teaspoon (5g) * Warm water: 1 1/2 cups (360ml) * Butter, softened: 1/4 cup (60g) * Baking soda: 1/4 cup (75g)

For the Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce: * Dijon mustard: 1/4 cup (60g) * Honey: 1/4 cup (100g) * Mayonnaise: 1/4 cup (60g) * Whole grain mustard: 1 tablespoon (15g)

Preparation Time:

• 1 hour

Cooking Time:

• 20-25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Make the dough: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, combine the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add the warm water and mix until a dough forms. Gradually add the butter and knead for 5-7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
2. Let the dough rise: Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
3. Shape the pretzels: Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope about 20 inches long. Fold the ropes in half and twist the ends together. Form into pretzels by crossing the ends over each other and tucking them under the bottom.
4. Boil the pretzels: In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water and the baking soda to a boil. Add the pretzels and boil for 30 seconds per side.
5. Bake the pretzels: Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Transfer the pretzels to a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
6. Make the honey mustard sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey, mayonnaise, and whole grain mustard.

Nutritional Information:

• Per serving (1 pretzel stick with 1 tablespoon dipping sauce):
  • Calories: 300
  • Fat: 15g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Soft and chewy pretzels
• Golden brown exterior
• Delicious honey mustard dipping sauce
• Perfect for sharing or as a snack

User Comments:

• "These pretzels were amazing! The dough was so soft and the honey mustard sauce was the perfect complement." - Sarah K.
• "I love making these pretzels for my family. They're always a hit!" - Jennifer W.
• "The pretzels were a bit more difficult to shape than I expected, but they turned out great." - Adam C.

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the water for boiling the pretzels is not too hot or the pretzels will cook too quickly and become tough.
• Do not overbake the pretzels or they will become dry and hard.
• Serve the pretzels warm with the honey mustard sauce for the best experience.