Pretzels Recipe
3 Bavarian pretzels with beer cheese
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Ingredients
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Pretzel Dough
Beer Cheese
Method
Pretzel Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a large bowl, combine warm water, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Mix Dough
Add all-purpose flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir until a rough dough forms.
- 3
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
- 4
First Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- 5
Shape Pretzels
Once risen, punch down the dough, divide it into 3 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope and shape into a pretzel form.
Beer Cheese Preparation
- 6
Combine Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, beer, garlic powder, onion powder, hot sauce, and black pepper.
- 7
Mix Until Smooth
Using a whisk or electric mixer, blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Final Steps
- 8
Boil Pretzels
In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water and baking soda to a boil. Carefully drop each pretzel into the boiling water for 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon.
- 9
Bake Pretzels
Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Place the boiled pretzels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, sprinkle with coarse sea salt, and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- 10
Serve
Let pretzels cool for a few minutes before serving with the prepared beer cheese.