Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsPub 217Pretzel Bites Recipe

Pretzel Bites Recipe

Inspired by Pub 217
Time1h 30m
Serves24

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. 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. 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. 3

    Knead Dough

    Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

  4. 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

  1. 5

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).

  2. 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.

  3. 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).

  4. 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.

  5. 9

    Add Toppings

    Brush each pretzel bite with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.

  6. 10

    Bake

    Bake the pretzel bites in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

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