Description
These Super Easy Soft Pretzel Bites are a deliciously simple snack perfect for any occasion. Made from refrigerated biscuit dough, they are boiled briefly in a baking soda bath to achieve the perfect pretzel texture, then baked until golden and topped with coarse salt. Ready in just 25 minutes, these bites are an effortless treat that’s irresistibly soft on the inside with a slightly crunchy exterior.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (8 count)
- ¼ cup baking soda
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
- Coarse salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare Dough: Separate the refrigerated biscuit dough into individual pieces. Roll each biscuit piece into a small rope shape and then cut each rope into 4 equal pieces to form the pretzel bites.
- Boil Baking Soda Bath: Fill a large pot halfway with water and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, carefully stir in the baking soda until dissolved. This alkaline bath gives the pretzels their characteristic chewy texture and color.
- Boil Dough Bites: Working in batches to avoid overcrowding, drop the dough pieces gently into the boiling baking soda bath. Boil for 15 seconds on each side. Use a slotted spoon to carefully transfer the boiled dough bites onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Apply Egg Wash and Salt: In a small bowl, mix the egg with 1 tablespoon of water to create an egg wash. Brush this mixture evenly over each dough bite, then immediately sprinkle coarse salt on top to add flavor and the classic pretzel crunch.
- Bake Pretzel Bites: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 15 minutes, until the pretzel bites turn golden brown. Some pretzels may take on a slightly darker hue, which adds to their rustic charm.
Notes
- Pretzel bites are best enjoyed the day they are made, but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- For a sweet variation, brush the pretzel bites with melted butter right after baking and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
- Nutrition information provided is an estimate and may vary depending on specific ingredients and serving sizes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 pretzel bites
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
