Frankenmuth Pretzel Making Class: Bavarian Inn Michigan

Pretzel Making in Frankenmuth

If you’re visiting Frankenmuth, Michigan, don’t miss the Pretzel Making Class at the Bavarian Inn. This hands-on experience is perfect for families, girls’ day out, or anyone who loves baking.

What to Expect

• Reservations are required (book at least 2 hours ahead).
• Dough is provided, so you can focus on shaping your pretzel.
• You’ll get a hair net, fun glasses for kids, and your own dough ball.

Learn the History

Your class will be led by someone from the Bavarian Inn staff (our class was led by Kellie). We were provided  provided the interesting history of pretzels. Within the history shared, we learned how it became it’s shape, which was pretty cool to learn. Putting the dough into shape seemed tricky, but most of us got it.

Rolling and Baking

The class involves rolling the dough and crossing it into the pretzel shape. Kellie then took our pretzels downstairs, dipped them in a lye water bath and bake them for about 20 minutes. While it is baking you can always visit the shops in the Inn, but you will want to stay close so you can pick up your pretzel and eat it while it’s warm.

This is an event I know my kids would love to do as they love to help me bake.

Tips for Visitors

• Book early to secure your spot.
• Plan time to explore the Bavarian Inn shops while your pretzel bakes.
• Bring your camera. Pretzel rolling makes for great family photos!