Ingredients
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1-1/2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)2 tablespoons brown sugar1 teaspoon salt2 cups cake flour2 to 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup raisins2 tablespoons baking soda2 cups hot water (120° to 130°)3 tablespoons butter, melted3/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Preparation
In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Stir in brown sugar and salt. Add cake flour; stir well. Add enough all-purpose flour to form a soft dough. Stir in raisins.
Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until dough has risen slightly, about 30 minutes. Punch dough down; divide into 14 balls. Roll each ball into a 15-in. rope.
In a bowl, dissolve baking soda in hot water. Dip each rope in baking soda mixture; drain on paper towels. Form into pretzel shapes and place on greased baking sheets. Bake at 400° for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
Combine sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Brush pretzels with butter, then dip in cinnamon-sugar. Serve warm.
