Description
These Soft Pretzel Bites are a delightful snack or appetizer, perfect for game day or any gathering. With a golden, salty exterior and a soft, fluffy interior, these homemade pretzel bites are sure to be a hit.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough:
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F)
- 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Other:
- â…” cup baking soda
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- coarse sea salt (for topping)
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit until foamy.
- Mix dough: Add flour, salt, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Knead until smooth.
- Rise: Let dough rise until doubled in size.
- Shape: Roll dough into ropes, cut into pieces, and boil in baking soda water.
- Bake: Brush with egg wash, sprinkle with salt, and bake until golden brown.
Notes
- For a sweet version, skip the salt topping and coat in cinnamon sugar after baking.
- Best served fresh or reheat in the oven for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6–8 bites
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
