The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 3157 — Crisp Tea Pretzels without Yeast
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 3157 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Light the oven gently as you begin the dough. Knead 1½ glasses sour cream, 3 eggs, about ¼ pound unmelted butter and 1¼ pounds flour until bubbles appear.
Add 2 heaped tablespoons sugar and form small pretzels. Place on a baking sheet, brush with yolks beaten with water and bake in a moderately heated oven. Once baked, allow them to dry further.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 3157. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.