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Soft Pretzel Bites Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 3 hours
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 3 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 dozen pretzel bites 1x
  • Category: Snacks
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Soft Pretzel Bites are a deliciously addictive snack made with fluffy, golden-brown dough and topped with your choice of coarse salt or sweet cinnamon sugar. Perfect for parties, game days, or simply enjoying a cozy homemade treat!

Ingredients

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For the Pretzel Dough:

  • 1 cup warm water (not above 110°F)
  • 1 packet dry yeast (1/4 ounce)
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted and cooled

For Cooking the Pretzel Bites:

  • 8 cups water
  • 1/2 cup baking soda
  • Coarse or flaked sea salt or pretzel salt (optional)

For Cinnamon Sugar Pretzels:

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
  • Cinnamon sugar (as needed)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Dough:
    Pour warm water into the bowl of a stand mixer. Sprinkle the yeast into the water and let it “bloom” for 7–9 minutes until it becomes slightly foamy.
    While the yeast is blooming, whisk together the flour, kosher salt, and brown sugar in a separate bowl. Add the flour mixture and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Use the dough hook attachment on the stand mixer and mix for 5 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  2. Let the Dough Rise:
    Lightly coat a large bowl with cooking spray. Transfer the prepared dough into the bowl and cover with a dish towel. Allow the dough to rise in a warm spot for 2–3 hours, or until it has doubled in size (you can also refrigerate overnight for a slower rise).
  3. Prepare to Bake the Pretzel Bites:
    Preheat the oven to 450°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Remove the dough from the bowl and punch it down. Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into long ropes about 1 inch in diameter and 12 inches in length. Cut the ropes into 2-inch pieces using a knife or kitchen scissors.
  4. Boil the Dough Pieces:
    In a large saucepan, bring 8 cups of water and 1/2 cup of baking soda to a boil. In batches of 10–12 dough pieces at a time, place them into the boiling water and let them cook for 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon, allowing excess water to drip off, and place them on the prepared baking sheets. For salted pretzels, sprinkle the pieces with salt immediately after boiling while the dough is still wet.
  5. Bake the Pretzel Bites:
    Bake the pretzel bites for 8–9 minutes, or until they turn golden brown. Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack.
  6. Make Cinnamon Sugar Pretzels (Optional):
    Once the bites are baked and slightly cooled, dip each one into melted butter and then roll in cinnamon sugar to fully coat.

Notes

  • Butter Preparation: Make sure the butter is melted but cool to the touch before adding to the dough.
  • Storage Tip: These pretzel bites can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Use a stand mixer with a dough hook to make kneading easier and ensure a properly elastic dough.
  • If freezing, bake the pretzel bites first and store them in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven before serving.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 5 pretzel bites
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 17g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

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