Soft Pretzels and Spicy Cheese Sauce Recipe

Name: Soft Pretzels and Spicy Cheese Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cup all-purpose flour; 2 tsp salt; 2 tsp sugar; 3 tsp dry active yeast; 2 cup warm water; 1 cup hot water; 2 tbsp baking soda; 2 tbsp butter; 2 tbsp coarse salt; 1 cup evaporated milk; 1 tbsp hot mustard; 1 cup hot habanero cheddar cheese; 2 tbsp butter; 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

Servings: persons

4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tsp salt
2 tsp sugar
3 tsp dry active yeast
2 cup warm water
1 cup hot water
2 tbsp baking soda
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp coarse salt
1 cup evaporated milk
1 tbsp hot mustard
1 cup hot habanero cheddar cheese
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp all-purpose flour

1
Mix yeast and warm water.
2
Let sit for five minutes or until foamy.
3
Add flour, salt and sugar to mixture.
4
Mix well.
5
Knead on floured surface for six minutes.
6
You may need to add flour until dough is tacky but not sticky.
7
Let dough rise in an oiled bowl covered with a tea towel for 1 hour.
8
Separate into twelve balls.
9
Roll each out into half inch wide ropes.
10
Twist into a pretzel shape by forming a U then crossing ends and pressing ends onto the bottom of the U.
11
Let pretzels rest for 15 minutes.
12
Dissolve baking soda in a bowl if hot water.
13
After pretzels have rested, put them one at a time into the baking soda solution.
14
Let each soak for 30 seconds, flipping halfway through if not fully submerged.
15
Put drip dried pretzels onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
16
If they are a little wet this is ok.
17
Brush pretzels with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse salt.
18
Bake at 450 for 12-16 minutes or until golden brown
19
For cheese sauce it is best to have all ingredients prepped and ready- measure milk and mustard, shred cheese, melt butter and whisk in flour.
20
Bring milk to a slow boil on medium heat while whisking.
21
Once boiling, reduce heat to low.
22
slowly add flour/butter mixture while whisking.
23
(You want the sauce as thick as a nacho cheese)
24
Add cheese and whisk until fully melted
25
Add hot mustard and whisk
26
Viola!

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kcal

Calories

Fat

103

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cup all-purpose flour, 2 tsp salt, 2 tsp sugar, 3 tsp dry active yeast, and more.

Yes, Soft Pretzels and Spicy Cheese Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Soft Pretzels and Spicy Cheese Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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