Crescent Roll Pretzels

Ingredients

• 1 package refrigerated crescent roll dough (such as Pillsbury® , 8 ounce
• 8 cups water
• 3 tablespoons baking soda
• 1 small egg
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 tablespoon butter , melted
• 0.25 teaspoons coarse salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

2. 2

   Combine 8 cups water and baking soda in a large pot and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat and keep water at a simmer.

3. 3

   Start at the large end and roll each crescent roll triangle into a large rope, about 12 inches long. Form rope into the shape of a pretzel.

4. 4

   Using a spider strainer, lower 1 pretzel at a time into the simmering water for 7 to 8 seconds. Place pretzels on parchment lined baking sheet. Combine egg and 1 tablespoon water in a small bowl. Brush each pretzel with egg mixture.

5. 5

   Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 12 to 14 minutes.

6. 6

   Remove from oven. Brush each pretzel with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse salt while still hot.