Warm Pretzel Bites Recipe
Make Warm 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
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine the warm water, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Mix well.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Once the yeast is activated, pour it into the bowl with the flour mixture. Add the melted unsalted butter and mix until a dough begins to form.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour as needed.
- 5
Let Dough Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Forming Pretzel Bites
- 6
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 7
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.
Baking Soda Bath
- 8
Prepare Bath
In a large pot, bring the 10 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, carefully add in the baking soda.
- 9
Boil Pretzel Bites
Using a slotted spoon, gently place a few pretzel bites at a time into the boiling baking soda bath. Boil for about 30 seconds, then remove and place on the prepared baking sheet.
