Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Bites Recipe
Make Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Bites 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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Dough
Cinnamon Sugar Topping
Butter Coating
Method
Prepare the Dough
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Pour in the yeast mixture and mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Shape the Pretzel Bites
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 6
Prepare the Baking Soda Bath
In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water and 1 cup of baking soda to a boil.
- 7
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Divide the dough into small pieces, about the size of a golf ball. Roll each piece into a rope and then twist into a pretzel shape, or simply keep them as round bites.
- 8
Boil the Pretzel Bites
Carefully drop the shaped pretzel bites into the boiling baking soda bath for about 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a lined baking sheet.
Bake and Finish
- 9
Bake the Pretzel Bites
Bake the pretzel bites in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- 10
Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar
While the pretzels are baking, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a bowl.
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