Description
Delightful soft pretzel bites that are warm, chewy, and perfect for dipping.
Ingredients
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- 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 ¾ cups warm milk (or water)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 9 cups water
- ½ cup baking soda
- 1 large egg (mixed with 1 tablespoon of water)
Instructions
- Combine the flour, sugar, yeast, milk, butter, and salt in a stand mixer bowl.
- Mix with a dough hook on medium speed for about 4-5 minutes until a smooth dough forms.
- Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place for 30-60 minutes until doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Bring the water and baking soda to a boil in a large pot.
- Divide the dough into 12 pieces and roll each into a ¾-inch rope, cutting into 1-2 inch bites.
- Drop the bites into boiling water for 30 seconds, then transfer to the prepared baking sheets.
- Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with salt.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm with your choice of dip.
Notes
For additional flavor, try different toppings like sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: pretzel, snack, baking, party food, easy recipe