Spice Pretzels
10 servings
45 minutes
Spiced pretzels are a refined treat of German cuisine, embodying the traditions of Christmas baking. Their crispy texture and rich flavor of nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla sugar fill the home with coziness and warmth. The delicate dough made with butter gains lightness and tenderness, while the dark chocolate coating adds sophistication and a mild bitterness. These pretzels pair perfectly with hot tea or coffee and often become part of festive tea gatherings. They not only delight the taste but also create an atmosphere of comfort and nostalgia, returning to old family recipes passed down through generations.
1
Whip the butter in a bowl, gradually adding powdered sugar and vanilla sugar. Then add salt, spices, and an egg. Mix everything. Combine flour with baking powder and sift it into the main mixture. Knead the dough.
- Butter: 150 g
- Powdered sugar: 60 g
- Vanilla sugar: 30 g
- Salt: to taste
- Cinnamon: pinch
- Nutmeg: pinch
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Wheat flour: 150 g
- Baking powder: 0.5 teaspoon
2
Line 2 baking sheets with paper. Place the dough in a piping bag and pipe it into pretzel shapes on the sheets. Bake for 12-15 minutes at 180 degrees. Cool down.
3
Melt the chocolate. Coat the pretzels with it.
- Dark chocolate: 200 g