German Almond and Honey Pretzels

Ingredients

• 400 g All-purpose flour
• 7 g Baker's yeast
• 250 ml Warm milk
• 50 g Soft butter
• 30 g Sugar
• 5 g Salt
• 1 piece Egg
• 1 l Water
• 30 g Baking soda
• 100 g Honey
• 100 g Sliced almonds

Instructions

1. Step 1

   Mix the yeast with warm milk and a pinch of sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes.

2. Step 2

   Combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the yeast mixture, butter, and egg. Knead for 10 minutes.

3. Step 3

   Cover and let the dough rise for 45 minutes until doubled in volume.

4. Step 4

   Divide the dough into 8 portions. Form ropes and twist into pretzel shapes. Let rest for 15 minutes.

5. Step 5

   Bring water to a boil and add the baking soda. Quickly dip the pretzels for 30 seconds on each side.

6. Step 6

   Drain and place on a buttered baking sheet. Bake in a preheated 200°C (400°F) oven for 20-25 minutes.

7. Step 7

   Remove the warm pretzels from the oven. Brush with warm honey and sprinkle with sliced almonds.