Description
Pretzel bites are the perfect snack for any occasion, blending warm, fluffy dough with a golden-brown crust and a sprinkle of coarse salt. These delightful treats are easy to make at home, and they pair wonderfully with your favorite dips like gooey cheese or zesty mustard. Whether you’re hosting a game night or enjoying a cozy movie marathon, these pretzel bites will be the highlight of the gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup warm water (110°F)
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup baking soda
- 1 tsp coarse sea salt (plus extra for topping)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water and sugar; sprinkle in yeast and let sit until frothy (about 5 minutes).
- Gradually mix in flour until well combined. Knead on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm area until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Punch down the risen dough and divide it into small pieces; roll each into a rope and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Boil water with baking soda; briefly immerse each piece before placing on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Brush with melted butter and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10 bites (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg