Creating your delicious Pumpkin Pretzels is straightforward with these easy steps:

1. Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle yeast on top and let it sit for about 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. Prepare Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, pumpkin puree, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Once the yeast is activated, pour it in and mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead Dough: Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for about 5–7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
4. Let it Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl. Cover with a kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm area for about 45 minutes, or until it doubles in size.
5. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
6. Shape the Pretzels: Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 6-8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope and twist it into a pretzel shape. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Boil Pretzels: In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Gently add pretzels one at a time and allow them to boil for about 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and return to the baking sheet.
8. Brush with Butter: Once all pretzels are boiled, brush them with melted butter and sprinkle coarse sea salt on top.
9. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown.
10. Cool: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly on a wire rack.