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Pretzel Bites Recipe

Pretzel Bites Recipe

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These pretzel bites are pillowy soft and easy to make. A quick boil in baking soda water gives them their signature chewy skin! Paired with a delicious homemade honey mustard sauce, they make a perfect snack or appetizer.

Ingredients

Dough:

  • 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled; plus more if needed)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ¾ cups warm milk (or water; around 110°F)
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Boiling Mixture:

  • 9 cups water
  • ½ cup baking soda

Egg Wash:

  • 1 large egg (mixed with 1 tablespoon of water)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: In a stand mixer bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, milk, butter, and salt. Mix with a dough hook on medium speed for about 4-5 minutes until a smooth dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a little bit more flour.
  2. Rise the Dough: Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place for 30-60 minutes until doubled in size.
  3. Boil the Pretzel Bites: Preheat your oven to 450°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Bring the water and baking soda to a boil in a large pot. Divide the dough into 12 pieces. Roll each into a ¾-inch rope and cut into 1-2 inch bites. Drop the bites into boiling water for 30 seconds, then transfer to the prepared baking sheets. Leave a little space between each one.
  4. Bake and Serve: Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with salt. Bake for 12-14 minutes until golden brown. Serve with honey mustard!

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