Pretzel Bites Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough
Baking Soda Bath
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Mix Dough Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the activated yeast mixture and melted butter. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to 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 place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Shaping and Boiling
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 6
Shape Pretzel Bites
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into small pieces (about 1-inch each). Roll each piece into a ball.
- 7
Prepare Baking Soda Bath
In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, add the baking soda slowly to avoid foaming.
- 8
Boil Pretzel Bites
Carefully drop the pretzel balls into the boiling baking soda bath for about 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on the prepared baking sheets.