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Pretzel Bites

Homemade Pretzel Bites Perfect for Cozy Nights In

These Homemade Pretzel Bites are a delicious snack that is quick to prepare and perfect for cozy nights in.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 29 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour spoon and level for accuracy
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoons salt essential for flavor
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast can substitute with active yeast
  • 1 ½ cups warm milk optimal temperature is around 110°F
  • 4 tablespoons melted butter can be replaced with oil
For the Baking Soda Bath
  • 8 cups water base for the baking soda bath
  • ½ cup baking soda this ingredient is non-substitutable
For the Egg Wash
  • 1 large egg can replace with aquafaba for vegan option

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • dough hook
  • baking sheet
  • Slotted spoon
  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, blend the ingredients for the dough and mix until smooth.
  2. Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl, cover and let it rise for 30-60 minutes.
  3. Preheat the oven to 450°F and shape the dough into bite-sized pieces.
  4. Prepare the baking soda bath and immerse the pretzel bites for about 30 seconds.
  5. Apply egg wash to the bites and sprinkle with coarse salt.
  6. Bake the pretzel bites for 12-14 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store leftover pretzel bites in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.

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