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Easy Pretzel Bites

Easy Pretzel Bites - soft and delicious homemade pretzel bites that you can't stop eating. Serve them with cheesy cheddar sauce. A perfect snack any time of the day!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: American Recipes
Cuisine: Desserts
Keyword: pretzel bites
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 450kcal
Author: Bee Yinn Low

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 7/8 to 1 cup warm water
  • 4 cups water bring it to oil
  • 2 tablespoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt or coarse salt
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted

Cheddar Cheese Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Place the flour, salt, sugar, instant yeast and warm water into a stand mixer bowl, beat with the dough hook until well-combined.
    Pretzel dough
  • Turn dough onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (207°C). In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water and baking soda to a boil. Divide the dough into 4 portions.
  • Roll each dough into a log and then cut into bite-sized pieces (about 1-inch (2.5cm) length).
    Pretzel bites dough
  • Add to the boiling water, in batches, for 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.
  • Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and top them with the salt. Bake the bites for 12 to 15 minutes, until golden brown.
  • While the bites are in the oven, make the Cheddar Cheese Sauce. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and stir. Add the milk to the sauce pan and whisk. Add the cheese, whisking constantly until it is melted. Turn off the heat and transfer the sauce to a dipping bowl.
  • Remove the pretzel bites from the oven, roll them in the melted butter. Serve immediately with the Cheddar Cheese Sauce.

Notes

Pretzel Bites recipe is adapted from King Arthur Flour. Cheddar Cheese Sauce recipe is adapted from Sally's Baking Addiction.

Nutrition

Serving: 6people | Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 1621mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g