Homemade Pretzel Bites
Chewy pretzel bites with a glossy brown exterior, boiled in baking soda then baked until golden. Serve warm with mustard, cheese sauce, or cinnamon sugar for dipping.
- Total time
- 55 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 310
- Protein
- 8g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Mix warm water, yeast, and sugar in a large bowl. Let sit 5 minutes until foamy.
Step 2
Add flour and salt. Stir until shaggy dough forms, then knead 8–10 minutes until smooth.
Step 3
Cover bowl with plastic wrap. Let rise at room temperature until doubled, 45–60 minutes.
Step 4
Preheat oven to 425°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 5
Divide dough into 24 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a 4-inch rope.
Step 6
Fill a large pot with 2 quarts water. Bring to a boil, then stir in baking soda—the water will foam.
Step 7
Working in batches, boil pretzel bites 30 seconds each. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel.
Step 8
Arrange boiled bites on parchment. Brush with beaten egg until all pieces are coated.
Step 9
Sprinkle coarse sea salt over each bite. Bake 12–14 minutes until deep golden brown.
Step 10
Remove from oven. Brush warm bites with melted butter. Serve with mustard or cheese sauce.
Tools you’ll need
- large mixing bowl
- plastic wrap
- kitchen scale or measuring cups
- large pot (4-quart minimum)
- slotted spoon
- two baking sheets
- parchment paper
- pastry brush
- thermometer (optional, for water temp)
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