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Soft Pretzel Bites

Delight in these soft, chewy pretzel bites with a golden crust, perfect for snacking or sharing with friends.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 24 pieces
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dough

  • 1.5 cups warm water lukewarm; around 100°F (38°C)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons instant or active dry yeast 1 standard packet
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 3.75 cups all-purpose flour plus more for work surface
  • 0.5 cup baking soda
  • 9 cups water for boiling

Topping

  • coarse salt or sea salt

Optional

  • spicy cheese sauce or mustard

Instructions
 

  • Mix warm water, yeast, and sugar; let sit 5 minutes until foamy. Add salt, butter, and 3 cups flour; beat 1 min. Add 3/4 cup flour; beat until dough forms, then knead for 5 min. Rest dough 10-30 min.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Divide dough into 6 pieces, roll into 20-inch ropes, cut into 1.5–2 inch pieces. Boil water with baking soda, then boil pretzels in batches for 10–15 sec. Remove and place on baking sheets, sprinkle with coarse salt.
  • Bake for 15 minutes until golden. Serve warm with cheese sauce or mustard.

Notes

For best results, lightly flour the work surface and avoid over-flouring the dough to keep it soft and chewy.
Keyword Pretzel