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Hard Cider Pretzels with Creamy Honey Mustard

Enjoy warm, homemade pretzels infused with hard cider, served with a delicious honey mustard dip for a perfect snack.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dough

  • 1/3 cup warm water
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 bottle (12 ounce) hard cider
  • 1/2 cup salted butter, melted
  • 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup baking soda
  • 1 egg beaten

Toppings

  • coarse pretzel salt or sea salt salt
  • 1/4 cup dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup olive oil based mayo
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Salt & Pepper

  • to taste kosher salt and black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Mix water, honey, and yeast; let sit 5 minutes.
  • Add cider, butter, flour, and salt; knead until smooth and doubled in size (1-2 hours).
  • Preheat oven to 425°F; boil pretzels in baking soda water for 30 seconds, then shape and brush with egg.
  • Sprinkle with salt and bake 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
  • Make honey mustard by whisking mustard, honey, mayo, vinegar, and spices.
  • Serve pretzels warm with honey mustard for dipping.

Notes

For best results, serve pretzels warm and fresh.
Keyword Pretzels