Description
Delicious homemade cheddar jalapeño pretzel bites that are perfect for parties or as a savory snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups warm water
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup baking soda
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup diced jalapeños
- Coarse sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour and salt to the yeast mixture and mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water and baking soda to a boil.
- Divide the dough into small pieces and shape them into bites.
- Boil the pretzel bites in the baking soda water for 30 seconds, then remove and place on the baking sheet.
- Brush the bites with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly, then serve warm with cheese dip or your favorite sauce.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add more jalapeños or spices to the dough.
- These pretzel bites can be frozen and reheated later.
- Serve with a side of mustard or cheese sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel bite
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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