The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 3143 — Crisp Small Tea Pretzels
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 3143 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Mix ½ garnetz flour with water and knead into a fairly stiff pretzel dough. Add 2 eggs, 2 tablespoons fresh unmelted butter and 2 tablespoons yeast mixture or more.
After one rise, form small, thin pretzels and let rise again. Lower into boiling water and remove when they float.
Sprinkle generously with salt and caraway, place on a baking sheet and bake until cooked and dry.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 3143. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.