These deliciousHomemade Pretzel Rollsare made with a simple yeast dough that is kneaded, boiled, and baked into soft and extra chewy rolls. Enjoy your pretzels rolls on their own or served with a variety of tips/ toppings!

an overhead shot of five pretzel rolls sitting on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.

Few things are more versatile than a goodroll. These chewy pretzel rolls have the classic flavor of a homemade soft pretzel with the versatility of a yummy dinner roll. I love how simple these rolls are to make. Boiling them in a pot of baking soda water really helps give them their beautiful color and unique flavor.

One of my favorite things about these rolls is how versatile they are. Try serving them with a simpletomato soupor a grilled chicken salad. These also made excellent buns for hot sandwiches the next day, so if you’re looking for a little break from the norm, give these a try.

an overhead shot of some pretzel rolls in a linen lined bowl.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These rolls make a great addition to any meal.
The baking soda water gives these rolls a delicious flavor.
You can serve these rolls as is or use them for sandwiches.

Recipe Ingredients

Water—Warm water will help activate the yeast.
Yeast—Active dry yeast.
Corn Syrup—To help feed the yeast.
Butter—Melted.
Salt—To balance the flavors in the rolls.
Flour—All-purpose.
Baking Soda—Mixed with water to boil the pretzel rolls.
Egg White—To brush on top of your rolls.
Kosher Salt—Or seal salt to sprinkle on top of the rolls.

See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities

How to Make Pretzel Rolls

Combine the water, yeast, corn syrup, and melted butter in a mixing bowl and let it sit for 5 minutes. Stir in the salt and flour until combined.
Knead the dough in your stand mixer for 10 minutes. Cover the dough and let it rise on the counter.
Divide the dough into equal sized pieces and let them rise on a baking sheet until they have about doubled in size. Preheat the oven while the rolls are rising.
Boil the water and baking soda in a medium sized pot and boil the rolls for about 60 seconds. Remove the rolls and cut an x into the top of each one.
Top your rolls with the egg white and salt.
Bake until golden brown and enjoy!

Recipe FAQs

How do you get salt to stick to soft pretzels?

You get the salt to stick to your pretzel by first brushing it with a simple egg white wash and then sprinkling them with salt. The egg whites help the salt to stick and help to make the pretzel brown up nicely while baking.

Why do you need to boil these pretzel rolls?

Boiling your pretzel rolls in baking soda water helps the outside get its signature chewy crust. It also helps the pretzel cook up nice and dark in the oven.

Can I freeze my pretzel rolls?

Of course! These pretzels rolls freeze great for long term storage. Simply make, bake, and cool your pretzel rolls. Then store them in an air-tight container in the freezer for up to 2 months.

A pile of homemade pretzel rolls sprinkles with pretzel salt and baked until golden brown.

Expert Tips

Don’t skimp on the kneading time. That long kneading time helps todevelop the glutenin the dough which will help give the pretzel rolls that signaturesoft and chewy middle.
Boiling them down is what gives them thatdistinct dark brown color(in addition to a little egg white wash) and also helps to make the outsideextra chewy. It’s what puts the “pretzel” in pretzel rolls!
I make pretzels enough thatI boughtPretzel Salt, but kosher salt is a great substitute.
You can store your pretzel rolls in the fridge forup to a weekor on the counter forup to 3 days.Make sure they are in an airtight container.

A closeup shot of a pretzel roll topped with coarse salt on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.

Can I freeze this pretzel roll recipe?

Yes, pretzels rolls freeze great. Simply make, bake, and cool your pretzel rolls. Then store them in an air-tight container in the freezer for up to 2 months.