Soft Pretzel Bites Recipe

Name: Soft Pretzel Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast; 1/4 cups Sugar, Plus 1 Teaspoon For The Yeast; 1- 1/4 cup Warm Water, 110 Degrees F; 5 cups All-purpose Flour; 1/4 cups Brown Sugar; 1- 1/2 teaspoon Salt; 4 Tablespoons Butter, Melted, Divided; 4 cups Hot Water; 1/2 cups Baking Soda; 2 Egg Whites; Kosher Salt

Servings: persons

1
In a measuring cup, dissolve the yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar in the 1 1/4 cups warm water.
2
Set aside (mixture should become foamy; if it doesnt toss it out and try again).
3
In the bowl of a stand mixture fitted with a dough hook (or a large bowl), combine the flour, remaining 1/4 cup sugar, brown sugar, and salt.
4
Pour yeast mixture and 2 Tablespoons of melted butter in the bowl.
5
Turn on mixer and knead for 6-8 minutes or until the dough is smooth (or use your hands and knead for the same amount of time).
6
Spray a large bowl with nonstick cooking spray.
7
Remove dough from bowl and shape into a ball and place dough into the sprayed bowl.
8
Cover with a clean towel and let rise until it doubles in size, or about an hour.
9
Towards the end of the rising period, preheat oven to 450 degrees F and prepare baking sheets by spraying with cooking spray.
10
In a large bowl, combine the 4 cups hot water and baking soda.
11
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg whites and 2 Tablespoons of melted butter.
12
After the dough has risen, punch down the dough and knead with hands for about a minute.
13
Turn out onto lightly floured surface.
14
Pick your shape and size and form using all the dough.
15
Dip the pieces in the baking soda water and place on baking sheet.
16
Brush all pretzel bites with egg whites and remaining (cooled) melted butter then sprinkle with kosher salt.
17
Bake for 7-8 minutes or until browned.

819

kcal

Calories

Fat

141

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast, 1/4 cups Sugar, Plus 1 Teaspoon For The Yeast, 1- 1/4 cup Warm Water, 110 Degrees F, 5 cups All-purpose Flour, and more.

Yes, Soft Pretzel Bites falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Soft Pretzel Bites

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Variations & substitutions

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