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Buttery Soft Pretzel Bites Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 dozen bites 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delight in these Buttery Soft Pretzel Bites, a perfect homemade snack featuring a tender, chewy texture with a golden crust. Ideal for game days or casual get-togethers, these bite-sized pretzels are boiled in a baking soda solution for the classic pretzel flavor and topped with melted butter and coarse salt. Serve warm with your favorite dips for an irresistible treat.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F/45°C)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)

Boiling Solution

  • 1/4 cup baking soda
  • 6 cups water

Topping

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted, for brushing)
  • Coarse salt for topping

Instructions

  1. Activate the Yeast: In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Let the mixture sit for 5 to 10 minutes until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
  2. Make the Dough: Stir in the all-purpose flour, salt, and 2 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter into the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms, then knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
  3. Let Dough Rise: Place the kneaded dough into a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 hour or until it has doubled in size, allowing the dough to become light and airy.
  4. Prepare for Baking: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. In a large pot, bring 6 cups of water and the baking soda to a boil to create the pretzel boiling solution.
  5. Shape the Pretzel Bites: Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 6 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a 12 to 15 inch long rope, then cut each rope into 1-inch bite-sized pieces.
  6. Boil the Pretzel Bites: Working in batches, drop the pretzel bites into the boiling baking soda water for 20 to 30 seconds. This step gives them their characteristic chewy and slightly tangy crust. Remove the bites with a slotted spoon and place them onto the prepared baking sheets.
  7. Bake: Bake the pretzel bites in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until they turn a beautiful golden brown color.
  8. Finish and Serve: Immediately after baking, brush the pretzel bites with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse salt. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture, alongside cheese dip, mustard, or your favorite sauce.

Notes

  • Serve with cheese dip, mustard, or your preferred dipping sauce for enhanced flavor.
  • These pretzel bites can be frozen after baking and reheated in the oven or air fryer for a convenient quick snack.
  • Ensure the water for activating yeast is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
  • Boiling the pretzel bites briefly in baking soda water is key to achieving the signature pretzel crust and flavor.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Snack, Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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