Pregnancy Friendly Pretzel Buns

Few things hit the way a freshly baked pretzel bun does — that deep mahogany crust, the chewy pull, the crunch of coarse salt on top. These are made entirely from scratch with simple, wholesome ingredients you can feel good about: flour, butter, yeast, egg, and salt, with no preservatives or mystery additives hiding in the mix. The secret to that signature pretzel flavor and color is the alkaline boiling bath, made here with baked baking soda, which is a safe, straightforward technique that delivers serious results without any harsh chemicals. Each bun gets a generous egg wash and a scored top before hitting a hot oven, so you get that gorgeous bakery-style finish right at home. When you're navigating what to eat and want to avoid the long ingredient lists on store-bought breads, knowing exactly what went into every bun is genuinely reassuring. They're sturdy enough to hold up to a hearty sandwich filling but soft enough to enjoy warm with just a little butter. Make a batch, let them cool on the rack, and try not to eat one before they're done resting — it's harder than it sounds.

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