Pretzel Bites
Indulge in the warm, soft delight of these homemade Pretzel Bites! With their pillowy texture and golden-brown exterior, they are perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a game day gathering, a cozy family night, or a fun party snack. These bite-sized treats are incredibly easy to make from scratch and can be customized with your favorite seasonings or served alongside a variety of delicious dips like honey mustard or cheese sauce. Get ready to impress your guests with this versatile snack that’s sure to disappear quickly!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 34 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 pretzel bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 ¾ cups warm milk (or water)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 9 cups water
- ½ cup baking soda
- 1 large egg (mixed with water)
Instructions
- In a stand mixer bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, warm milk, butter, and salt. Mix on medium speed for about 4-5 minutes until a smooth dough forms.
- Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place for 30-60 minutes until it doubles in size.
- Preheat oven to 450°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Bring water and baking soda to a boil in a large pot.
- Divide risen dough into pieces and shape each into ropes, cutting them into bite-sized pieces.
- Boil each piece for 30 seconds before placing them on the prepared baking sheets.
- Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with salt before baking for 12-14 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 bites (60g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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