Buttery Pretzel Bites
Pretzel Bites are the bite-sized wonders that turn snack time into a party. These soft, doughy nuggets, perfectly salted and often served with a side of cheesy goodness or tangy mustard, are the ideal poppable treat for satisfying both salty and savory cravings in one delightful bite.
Buttery Pretzel Bites
Ingredients
- 3/4 cups warm milk (110 to 115°F)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 1 (1/4 oz) pkg active dry yeast
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons melted butter, plus extra for brushing
- 8 cups water
- 1/2 cup baking soda
- 1 large egg (plus 1 tablespoon water for egg wash)
- Pretzel salt or coarse sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
Nutrition Facts
Calories
128.29Fat (grams)
2.79 gSat. Fat (grams)
1.49 gCarbs (grams)
21.62 gFiber (grams)
0.80 gNet carbs
20.81 gSugar (grams)
1.82 gProtein (grams)
3.85 gSodium (milligrams)
2854.60 mgCholesterol (grams)
21.35 mgDirections
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the warmed milk, sugar and salt.
2. Sprinkle the instant yeast on top and wait 5 minutes until foamy.
3. Add the yeast mixture to a large bowl or the bowl of your stand mixer. Add half the flour and mix with a large spoon or the paddle attachment for your stand mixer. The dough will be very sticky.
4. Add melted butter and continue mixing.
5. Add the rest of the flour and mix until combined. Knead the dough with your hands on a floured surface or use the hook attachment on the mixer.
6. Knead for around 5 minutes. Do not over knead.
7. Transfer the dough to a large, buttered bowl and cover with plastic wrap.
8. Place in a warm area and allow the dough to double in size. This should take about an hour.
9. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and preheat oven to 450 degrees.
10.
Prepare the boiling water solution. Add 8 cups of water to a large heavy bottomed stockpot or Dutch oven. Stir in the baking soda and bring to a boil.
11. Once the dough has doubled, punch dough down and roll out on a floured surface.
12. Divide the dough into 6 equal pieces with a pizza cutter.
13. Roll each piece into a rope about 1-inch in diameter.
14. Using a bench scraper or a knife, cut the bites into 1-inch pieces.
15. In batches, add 1/2 of the bites to the boiling water mixture.
16. Cook for 30-40 seconds and remove with a slotted spoon and let dry for a few minutes.
17. Dredge in the egg wash and place on the on the parchment lined baking sheet.
18. Sprinkle with pretzel salt.
19. Place the baking sheet in the oven for 10-12 minutes until golden brown. Rotate the pans halfway through.
20. Remove from oven and brush with melted butter if desired.