Soft Pretzel Bites Recipe
Irresistibly soft and flavorful, these Soft Pretzel Bites are perfect for snacking, parties, or game day gatherings. With a golden crust and a sprinkle of coarse sea salt, these homemade pretzel bites are sure to be a hit!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes (including rise time)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Boiling and Topping:
- 1/2 cup baking soda
- 9 cups water
- 1 egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water (egg wash)
- Coarse sea salt, for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit until foamy. Add flour, salt, and melted butter. Mix until a smooth dough forms. Let rise for 45–60 minutes.
- Shape and Boil: Preheat oven to 425°F. Boil 9 cups of water with baking soda. Divide dough, roll into ropes, cut into pieces. Boil each piece briefly and place on baking sheets.
- Bake: Brush with egg wash, sprinkle with salt. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Serve with cheese dip or mustard.
- Freeze baked pretzel bites and reheat in the oven.
- For a sweet version, use cinnamon sugar instead of salt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 8–10 bites
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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