Vegan Buttery Soft Pretzels

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons white sugar ((sub maple syrup or agave if preferred))
• 2 1/4 teaspoon active dry yeast ((or 1 packet))
• 1 cup warm water ((think bath water temperature))
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon melted vegan butter ((plus more for greasing the bowl))
• 4 cups hot water
• 1/4 cup baking soda
• 1 - 2 tablespoons rock salt
• melted vegan butter

Nutrition (per serving)