Pretzel Bites Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
Baking Soda Bath
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (1.5 cups) and sugar (1 tbsp). Sprinkle the active dry yeast (2.25 tsp) over the top and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour (4 cups) and salt (1 tbsp). Pour in the activated yeast mixture along with melted unsalted butter (4 tbsp). Stir until a dough forms.
- 3
Baking Soda Bath
- 4
Prepare the Bath
In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, carefully stir in baking soda (2 tbsp) until dissolved. Remove from heat and set aside.
Shaping and Baking
- 5
Shape the Dough
After the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Divide the dough into small pieces (about 1 inch each) and roll them into balls.
- 6
Boil the Bites
Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Working in batches, carefully drop the pretzel balls into the baking soda bath for about 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a greased baking sheet.
- 7
Bake the Pretzel Bites
Sprinkle the boiled bites with coarse sea salt (to taste). Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- 8