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EVERYTHING PRETZELS
Makes 12 pretzels
Once you make these chewy pretzels, you’ll never want to buy them again.
½ cup (120 grams) warm water (120°F/49°C to 130°F/54°C)
3 teaspoons (12 grams) granulated sugar, divided
1 (0.25-ounce) package (7 grams) instant yeast*
4¼ cups (531 grams) all-purpose flour, divided, plus more for dusting
1 tablespoon (9 grams) kosher salt
1 cup (240 grams) warm whole milk (110°F/43°C to 115°F/46°C)
2 tablespoons (28 grams) unsalted butter, melted
8 cups (1,920 grams) water
¼ cup (60 grams) baking soda
Everything bagel seasoning, for sprinkling
Chive Cream Cheese Spread (recipe follows)
In a small bowl, whisk together ½ cup (120 grams)