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Pretzel Bites

Soft Pretzel Bites with Honey Mustard – Cozy Snack Joy

These Soft Pretzel Bites are the perfect blend of chewy and fluffy, making them an irresistible snack.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 44 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Can use bread flour for a chewier texture
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Can substitute with honey or agave syrup
  • 2.25 teaspoons Instant Yeast Active dry yeast can be used if activated first
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Kosher salt or sea salt are interchangeable
  • 1.5 cups Warm Milk Can substitute with warm water for dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter Can use olive oil for a dairy-free version
For the Boiling Bath
  • 10 cups Water For boiling bath
  • 2/3 cup Baking Soda Gives pretzel skin its chewy quality
For the Topping
  • 1 large Egg Mixed with water for egg wash, can use milk or plant-based alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Water To mix with egg for wash
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt For sprinkling on top, can use flaked sea salt

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • Large pot
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Slotted spoon
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. Combine flour, sugar, yeast, salt, and warm milk in a stand mixer. Mix for 4-5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Dough Rising
  1. Cover the bowl with a cloth. Let dough rise in a warm area for about 30-60 minutes until doubled in size.
Preheat Oven
  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Shape Bites
  1. Punch down the dough, divide into 12 pieces, roll into ropes, and cut into 1-2 inch pieces.
Boiling Bath
  1. Bring water and baking soda to a boil. Boil pretzel bites in batches for 30 seconds each.
Egg Wash & Baking
  1. Whisk egg and water, brush over pretzel bites, sprinkle with salt, and bake for 12-14 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy your pretzel bites warm and fresh from the oven for the best taste and texture.

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