Pretzel Bites Recipe
soft pretzels with beer cheese and honey mustard
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Ingredients
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Pretzel Bites
Method
Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine the warm water, brown sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the 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. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for about 1 hour.
- 4
Shape the Pretzel Bites
Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Punch down the dough and cut into small pieces (about 1 oz each). Roll each piece into a small rope and twist into a pretzel shape or keep them as bites.
- 5
Prepare Baking Soda Bath
In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water to a boil and add the baking soda. Boil the pretzel bites in batches for 30 seconds each.
- 6
Bake
Place the boiled pretzel bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush with the beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sea salt. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
