Pretzel Bites Recipe
Enjoy these delicious Pretzel Bites, perfect for snacking or as a party appetizer. Soft on the inside with a golden, salty crust, they are sure to be a hit with everyone!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 44 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Dough:
- 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour ((spooned and levelled; plus more if needed))
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 ¾ cups warm milk ((or water; around 110°F))
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Boiling and Finishing:
- 9 cups water
- 1/2 cup baking soda
- 1 large egg ((mixed with 1 tablespoon of water))
Instructions
- Mix the Dough: In a stand mixer bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, milk, butter, and salt. Mix with a dough hook on medium speed for about 4-5 minutes until a smooth dough forms. Add more flour if too sticky.
- Rise the Dough: Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place for 30-60 minutes until doubled in size.
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat oven to 450°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Boil water and baking soda in a pot.
- Shape and Boil: Divide dough, roll into ropes, and cut into bites. Boil in water for 30 seconds, then place on baking sheets.
- Bake: Brush with egg wash, sprinkle with salt, and bake for 12-14 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- You can customize toppings like sesame seeds or cinnamon sugar for variety.
- These Pretzel Bites are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in the oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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