Valentine Pretzels

Not only are these Valentine Pretzels fun and easy to make, they're also a yummy treat for someone you love. You can make these heart pretzels pink inside and then sprinkle cinnamon and sugar on top!

Age: 3 and up

Make this easy for preschoolers by making the dough and 'rolling' it into thin 'ropes' they can use to make their heart shapes.

Here's what you'll need...

1 Tablespoon active dry yeast
(1 pkg)
½ cup lukewarm water
2 eggs, beaten
½ cup olive oil (or other cooking oil)
1 cup milk
Red food coloring (optional)
1 teaspoon salt
5 ½ cups all purpose flour
⅓ cup sugar
1 egg beaten
¼ cup sugar
½ teaspoon cinnamon


Here's how to make them...

1. In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in the lukewarm water and stir in the eggs, oil and milk. If you want your pretzels pink add 6-8 drops of red food coloring into the milk mixture.

2. In a separate bowl, combine all of the dry ingredients and then add to the egg and oil mixture.

3. Knead for 5-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and rubbery. If your dough is too sticky add in some extra flour, ¼ cup at a time.

4. Roll the dough into ropes, about the diameter of an adults' pinky finger, and about 1-2 feet long.

5. Now it's time to make your hearts. You can make it easier for younger children by drawing a heart on parchment paper to use as a guide.

6. On a paper plate mix the sugar and cinnamon. Brush the tops of each heart with egg and dip into the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Place each heart on a greased (or parchment lined) baking sheet. Bake at 425F for 10-15 minutes. Then enjoy!!

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