1. – In a large bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

2. – Add the flour and salt to the yeast mixture and stir until a shaggy dough forms.

3. – Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

4. – Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

5. – Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces.

6. – Roll each piece into a long rope and shape into a pretzel.

7. – Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Gently drop the pretzels into the boiling water, one or two at a time, and cook for 30 seconds per side.

8. – Remove the pretzels from the water and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

9. – Brush the pretzels with the egg wash.

10. – Bake at 450°F for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown.

11. – In a shallow bowl, combine the 1 cup of sugar and 2 tablespoons of cinnamon.

12. – While the pretzels are still warm, dip them in the cinnamon sugar mixture, coating all sides.

13. – Serve the Cinnamon Sugar Soft Pretzels warm and enjoy!