Buttery Soft Pretzel Bites
Soft, buttery pretzel bites with a golden crust and fluffy interior. Perfect as a snack or appetizer, served warm with optional melted butter.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 34 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings
- Category: Snack / Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups warm milk or water (110–115°F)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 (0.25-ounce) package active dry yeast
- 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra if needed
- 2 tablespoons melted butter, plus extra for brushing
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 9 cups water
- 1/3 cup baking soda
- 1 large egg, whisked with 1 tablespoon water
- Pretzel salt or coarse sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- Mix warm milk and brown sugar, sprinkle yeast on top, and let foam 5 minutes.
- Add flour, melted butter, and salt. Knead until smooth (4 minutes), adding more flour if sticky.
- Place dough in oiled bowl, cover, let rise 20–30 minutes until doubled.
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment. Bring 9 cups water and baking soda to boil.
- Divide dough into 12 pieces, roll each into 3/4-inch ropes, cut into 1-inch bites.
- Boil bites 30 seconds at a time, transfer to sheets spaced apart.
- Brush with egg wash, sprinkle coarse salt.
- Bake 12–14 minutes until golden. Optional: brush with extra melted butter immediately after baking.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra buttery bites, brush with melted butter after baking.
- Can serve with mustard or cheese dip.
- Best eaten the same day for optimal softness.
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