Pretzel Bites & Pub Cheese (v) Recipe
Soft pretzel bites served with a traditional Michigan style horseradish pub cheese
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Ingredients
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Pretzel Bites
Pub Cheese
Method
Pretzel Bites
- 1
Prepare Yeast Mixture
In a small bowl, combine warm water, brown sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and melted butter. Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- 3
First Rise
Place the dough in a lightly 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.
- 4
Shape the Pretzel Bites
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- 5
Prepare Baking Soda Bath
In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water and baking soda to a boil. Carefully drop the pretzel bites into the boiling water for about 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- 6
Bake the Pretzel Bites
Sprinkle coarse sea salt over the pretzel bites and bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Pub Cheese
- 7
Prepare Cheese Mixture
In a large bowl, combine the sharp cheddar cheese, cream cheese, horseradish, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- 8
Mix Ingredients
Using a hand mixer or food processor, blend the ingredients until smooth. If the mixture is too thick, add milk a tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
- 9
Add Chives
If using, fold in the chopped chives for added flavor and garnish.
- 10
Serve
Transfer the pub cheese to a serving bowl and serve with the warm pretzel bites.