Once your crazy dough recipe has proofed turn out onto a floured surface and divide into 8 balls.

While the balls of dough are resting boil 6 cups of water with 6 teaspoons of baking soda and line a large baking trey with parchment paper.

To shape: take each piece of dough and begin rolling them on the counter. Bang the dough on the counter like I do in my classic pretzel video. You may need to shape into a long log but they will just naturally get longer and longer. Keep going until you reach 20-24 inches (60 cm). Twist the ends of the dough and press onto the the opposite sides of the pretzel.

Put straight into boiling water with baking soda and poach for JUST 30 seconds, then place on a baking tray. This boiling step is the secret to firm skin and adds that pretzel flavor.

Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with sea salt

Bake 450oF (225oC) for 15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Serve immediately and enjoy!