Mini Crab Pretzel Recipe
Make Mini Crab Pretzel Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pretzel Dough
Baking Soda Bath
Crab Filling
Topping
Method
Prepare Pretzel Dough
- 1
In a large bowl, dissolve yeast and brown sugar in warm water. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Add flour, salt, and melted butter. Mix until a dough forms, then knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 3
Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Prepare Crab Filling
- 4
In a medium bowl, mix together crab meat, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, and green onions until well combined.
Shape and Boil Pretzels
- 5
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 6
Divide dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope and form into mini pretzel shapes.
- 7
Bring 4 cups of water and baking soda to a boil. Carefully drop pretzels into the bath for 20 seconds, then place on the prepared baking sheet.
Fill and Bake
- 8
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of crab filling on top center of each pretzel.
- 9
- 10
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and cheese is melted.
Serve
- 11
Let pretzels cool slightly before serving. Serve warm.