Pretzel Bites Recipe
Soft pretzel bites served with cheese dip.
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Ingredients
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Pretzel Bites
Cheese Dip
Method
Pretzel Bites
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Make Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and melted unsalted butter. Mix until a dough starts to form.
- 3
Knead Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- 4
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
- 5
Shape Pretzel Bites
Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope about 1 inch thick and cut into 1-inch pieces.
- 6
Boil Pretzel Bites
In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water to a boil. Add the baking soda. Boil the pretzel bites in batches for about 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon.
- 7
Bake Pretzel Bites
Place the boiled pretzel bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle with coarse sea salt. Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Cheese Dip
- 8
Combine Ingredients
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, milk, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
- 9
Melt Cheese
Stir continuously until the cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth. Add salt to taste.
- 10
Serve
Remove from heat and serve warm with pretzel bites.
