Description
Pretzel Bites are the ultimate snack, featuring a crunchy exterior and a soft, chewy interior that will satisfy any craving. Perfect for game nights or casual gatherings, these bite-sized delights are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven, dipped in gooey cheese sauce or zesty mustard. With simple ingredients and foolproof techniques, making these tasty treats at home is easier than you think!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm water (110°F)
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/4 cup baking soda
- 1 tsp coarse sea salt (for topping)
- Optional: Cheese sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: Combine warm water, brown sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Mix the Dough: In another bowl, mix flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and stir until a dough forms.
- Knead and Rise: Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes. Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.
- Shape the Bites: Preheat oven to 450°F. Punch down the dough and divide into small pieces. Roll into ropes and twist into pretzel shapes.
- Boil and Bake: Boil water mixed with baking soda in a pot. Drop pretzels in for 30 seconds, then place on parchment-lined baking sheets. Sprinkle with sea salt and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 pretzel bites (50g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg