🍽️ Ingredients
- 1½ cups warm water
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- ⅓ cup baking soda
- 1 large egg, beaten
- Coarse salt for topping
👩🍳 Preparation
1
Activate the Yeast
Mix warm water, sugar and yeast and let it sit until foamy.
⏱ About 5 minutes2
Make the Dough
Add flour, salt and melted butter and mix until a soft dough forms.
⏱ About 5 minutes3
Knead
Knead the dough until smooth and elastic.
⏱ About 6–8 minutes4
Let it Rise
Cover the dough and let it rise until slightly puffy.
⏱ About 30 minutes5
Cut into Bites
Divide the dough into ropes and cut into bite-sized pieces.
⏱ About 5 minutes6
Boil Briefly
Dip the bites in simmering baking soda water, then transfer to a lined baking sheet.
⏱ About 30 seconds per batch7
Brush and Salt
Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse salt.
⏱ About 2 minutes8
Bake
Bake at 425°F (220°C) until deep golden brown.
⏱ About 10–12 minutes📦 Storage
Store cooled pretzel bites in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
🍓 Serving Suggestions
Serve warm with cheese sauce, mustard, ranch or honey mustard.