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Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Bites Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Delightfully soft and chewy cinnamon sugar pretzel bites coated with a buttery cinnamon sugar mixture, perfect for a sweet snack or party appetizer. This recipe uses a warm yeast dough boiled briefly in baking soda water before baking to achieve the classic pretzel texture.

Ingredients

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For the Pretzels:

  • 1 1/2 cups warm water (between 100° and 110° F)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 0.25 ounces active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 1/2 cups flour
  • 1/4 cup baking soda

For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cinnamon
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Activate the Yeast: In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine warm water and sugar. Add the active dry yeast and let sit for 10 minutes until foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
  2. Make the Dough: Add flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir flour in with a spoon until a dough begins to form (about 1 minute). Attach the dough hook to the mixer and knead on medium-low speed for 6-8 minutes until the dough is shiny and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
  3. First Rise: Remove the dough hook, lightly oil the mixer bowl, and place the dough ball back in. Cover with a kitchen towel and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  4. Preheat Oven and Prepare Sheets: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  5. Shape Pretzel Bites: Punch down the dough, then cut it into small 1/4 cup-sized balls. Roll each ball into a thin log and cut into 3/4- to 1-inch pieces. Arrange the pieces on baking sheets without stacking.
  6. Boil Pretzel Bites: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Slowly add the baking soda (it will bubble up), then reduce heat to medium-low. Boil pretzel pieces in small batches for 1 minute, turning halfway through.
  7. Drain and Arrange: Remove boiled pretzel bites with a slotted spoon and place them back on the parchment-lined baking sheets in a single layer.
  8. Bake Pretzels: Bake in the preheated oven for 11-13 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
  9. Apply Cinnamon Sugar Coating: Let baked pretzel bites cool for 10 minutes. Brush them evenly with melted butter and immediately toss or coat with the cinnamon sugar mixture.

Notes

  • Ensure water is warm but not hot when activating yeast to avoid killing it.
  • Do not overcrowd the baking sheets to ensure even baking and proper browning.
  • Boiling the pretzel bites in baking soda water gives them their characteristic chewy crust and unique flavor.
  • Use parchment paper or a silicone mat for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
  • Store leftover pretzel bites in an airtight container for up to 2 days; reheat in the oven for best texture.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 4 pretzel bites)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Find it online: https://emilyquickdinners.com/cinnamon-sugar-pretzel-bites-recipe/