Pretzel Bites Recipe
Soft pretzel bites served with cheese dip.
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Ingredients
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Pretzel Bites
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy. Add flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms.
- 2
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.
- 3
Shape the Pretzel Bites
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Once dough has risen, punch it down and roll it into ropes about 1 inch thick. Cut ropes into 1-inch pieces to form bites.
- 4
Boil the Bites
In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water and baking soda to a boil. Add pretzel bites in batches, boiling for 30 seconds each. Remove and let drain.
- 5
Bake the Bites
Place pretzel bites on a greased baking sheet. Sprinkle with coarse sea salt. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.