Pretzel Bites Recipe
Make 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
Baking Soda Bath
Topping
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast on top and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the activated yeast mixture with flour, salt, and melted butter. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let 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.
Shaping and Baking
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- 6
Prepare Baking Soda Bath
In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water to a boil and add the baking soda. Reduce to a simmer.
- 7
Shape Pretzel Bites
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into small pieces, rolling each into a ball (about 1 inch in diameter).
- 8
Boil Pretzel Bites
Drop each dough ball into the baking soda bath for about 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 9
- 10
Bake
Bake the pretzel bites in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.