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Heart-Shaped Pretzels Recipes

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Ever had one of those mornings where you just want to surprise someone special with something from the heart?

That’s exactly how these Heartzels came to be. I remember making them for the first time after a cozy night in with friends, wanting to keep the love and warmth alive the next morning. πŸ₯°

These heart-shaped pretzels are not just adorable, but they’re also a fun, hands-on project that leaves you with a delicious reward. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, these Heartzels are bound to brighten anyone’s day! You can customize your Heartzels with different toppings like cinnamon sugar, sprinkles, or even a drizzle of chocolate. If you’re feeling extra creative, pair your Heartzels with heart shaped sugar cookies for a sweet and savory treat. Whether you’re making them for a special occasion or just as a fun baking project, these heart-shaped pretzels are sure to be a hit.

Heart-Shaped Pretzels Recipes

Ingredients:

  • 300g Bread Flour
  • 30g All-Purpose Flour
  • 4g Instant Dry Yeast
  • 5g Salt
  • 200g Cold Water
  • 15g Unsalted Butter

Instructions:

  1. Mix and Knead the Dough:
    Combine all the ingredients in a stand mixer and mix on low speed until a dough forms. Keep kneading until it reaches a medium-windowpane stageβ€”this is when the dough stretches thin enough to let some light through without tearing.
  2. Rest the Dough:
    Cover the dough with cling film and let it rest in the fridge for 15 minutes. This gives it a bit of a break and makes it easier to handle.
  3. Divide and Shape:
    Divide the dough into 6 equal pieces, each weighing about 80-85g. Roll each piece into a ball and let them rest in the fridge for 10 minutes. This step helps relax the gluten, so the dough is easier to roll out.
  4. Roll and Braid:
    Take each dough ball and roll it into a long rope, about 90cm long. If the dough resists or shrinks back, let it rest for 5 minutes before trying again. Once all the ropes are rolled out, gather them together and braid them into regular or heart-shaped pretzels. Repeat with all the dough pieces.
  5. Freeze and Prepare:
    Place the shaped pretzels in the freezer for 1 hour. After they’re frozen, dip them into a lye solution for 20-30 seconds on each sideβ€”this gives them that classic pretzel crust.
  6. Bake to Perfection:
    Preheat your oven to 200Β°C (with fan). Sprinkle the pretzels with sea salt flakes and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until they’re deeply browned. Rotate the baking tray halfway through if necessary. Cool the pretzels on a rack until they’re just barely warm, then dig in! ✨

Serving Details:

  • Servings: 6 heart-shaped pretzels
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes (plus resting and freezing time)
  • Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
  • Total Time: About 2 hours (including resting and freezing)

Cuisine:

  • European-inspired with a sweet twist

Type of Meal:

  • Breakfast/Brunch: Ideal for a special morning treat or a heartfelt brunch spread

Notes:

  • Lye Solution: If you’re not comfortable using a lye solution, you can substitute it with a baking soda bath (boil water with 1/4 cup baking soda, then dip the pretzels for 20-30 seconds).
  • Customization: Feel free to add your favorite toppings like seeds or herbs for an extra flavor kick.
Heart-Shaped Pretzels Recipes

Heart-Shaped Pretzels

Party over, but who cares? These are not only adorable, but super fun to make! Serve this for your loves during breakfast, Iβ€˜m sure these heartzels will made their day.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Resting and Freezing 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 18 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 300 g Bread Flour
  • 30 g All Purpose Flour
  • 4 g @lesaffre_my Instant Dry Yeast
  • 5 g Salt
  • 200 g Cold Water
  • 15 g Unsalted Butter

Instructions
 

  • Mix all ingredients in a stand mixer and mix on low speed until it forms a dough
  • Continue to knead until it achieves a medium-windowpane stage
  • Cover the dough with cling film & rest the dough in the fridge for 15 mins
  • Divide the dough into 6 equal pieces (80-85g), & roll them into balls. Rest for 10 mins in the fridge before rolling
  • Roll each piece of dough into a long rope about 90cm long. If the rope shrinks as you try to roll them, let it rest for 5 mins to relax the gluten & try again
  • Gather the ropes together & start braiding to a regular or heart-shaped pretzel. Repeat braiding all the doughs.
  • Transfer the shaped pretzel to the freezer and freeze for 1 hour
  • Remove from freezer and dip the shaped pretzels into the lye solution for 20-30 seconds each sides
  • Sprinkle some seasalt flakes and bake it at a preheated oven, 200C (with fan) for 15-18 mins or until deeply browned. Rotate the baking tray if necessary.
  • Cool on a cooling rack until just barely warm. Enjoy! ✨

Notes

  • Lye Solution: If you’re not comfortable using a lye solution, you can substitute it with a baking soda bath (boil water with 1/4 cup baking soda, then dip the pretzels for 20-30 seconds).
  • Customization: Feel free to add your favorite toppings like seeds or herbs for an extra flavor kick.
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