Description
Imagine indulging in soft pretzel bites that are warm, chewy, and irresistibly delicious. Perfect for game nights or cozy afternoons, these homemade snacks offer a delightful blend of flavors and textures. With a hint of sweetness from brown sugar and the best buttery finish, they are sure to be a hit at any gathering. Plus, they freeze well for spontaneous cravings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup warm water (100°F-110°F)
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ cup baking soda
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- Coarse sea salt (for topping)
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: Combine warm water and yeast in a bowl; let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Make the dough: In a large bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, and salt. Gradually add the yeast mixture until a dough forms.
- Knead: Transfer to a floured surface; knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Let rise: Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise for about an hour or until doubled in size.
- Shape: Punch down the dough; divide it into small pieces and roll into ropes before cutting into bite-sized pieces.
- Prepare baking soda bath: Boil water with baking soda; drop each pretzel bite for about 30 seconds.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C), arrange soaked pretzel bites on parchment-lined trays, brush with melted butter, sprinkle with coarse sea salt, and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel bite (30g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: <1mg