In a measuring cup add warm water, packet of dry yeast, and brown sugar

Mix & wait for 5 miniutes for yeast to activate

In a large bowl add yeast mixture and 2 ½ cups of flour and mix until dough formed

Transfer onto a table and add the rest of ½ cup flour if sticky

Knead for 5-10 min

In a large bowl add ½ tablespoon oil to coat the inside of the bowl

Coat dough with the oil from the bowl

Cover bowl with saran warp tightly (or bread towel)

Tip: Keep in dough in a place where the dough will get warm air like; cupboard put it under a light for faster rising, or on top of your stove oven.

Once the dough is doubled in size punch the dough down to release the air

Cut the dough into 3-4 pieces

Roll the dough into a long line and cut into small pieces for the bite-sized pretzels

In a small bowl add warm water and baking soda and mix

Dip dough into the mixture (do not soak)

Transfer into baking pan and bake for 450 F for 8-10 min

Remove and dip in the cinnamon sugar mixture.