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Super Easy Soft Pretzel Bites

Super Easy Soft Pretzel Bites

Get ready to transform your kitchen into a gourmet pretzel paradise with these Super Easy Soft Pretzel Bites that are so delicious, they'll disappear faster than you can say "pass the salt"! Whether you're hosting a game night, craving a quick snack, or just want to impress your friends and family, these golden, buttery, perfectly salted pretzel bites are about to become your new culinary obsession. Forget complicated recipes – this foolproof method will have you creating bakery-quality pretzels in just 25 minutes!

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings

Ingredients

  1. 1 can refrigerated pizza dough
  2. 1/4 cup baking soda
  3. 1 large egg, beaten
  4. Coarse salt for sprinkling
  5. 1 tablespoon melted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Open the refrigerated pizza dough and unroll it completely on a clean, lightly floured surface.
  3. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the dough into approximately 1-inch bite-sized squares, ensuring they are roughly uniform in size.
  4. In a large pot, bring 4-5 cups of water to a rolling boil. Carefully add the 1/4 cup of baking soda to the boiling water, which will create a brief fizzing reaction.
  5. Working in small batches, carefully drop the dough bites into the boiling baking soda water. Allow them to boil for about 20-30 seconds, which helps create the classic pretzel exterior.
  6. Remove the boiled dough bites using a slotted spoon, letting excess water drain back into the pot, and place them onto the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Brush each pretzel bite generously with the beaten egg, which will help create a golden, shiny exterior when baked.
  8. Sprinkle coarse salt evenly over the egg-washed pretzel bites, ensuring each piece gets a light coating.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the pretzel bites are deep golden brown and puffy.
  10. Once removed from the oven, immediately brush the hot pretzel bites with melted butter for extra flavor and shine.
  11. Allow the pretzel bites to cool on the baking sheet for 3-5 minutes before serving warm. They can be enjoyed plain or with your favorite dipping sauce like mustard or cheese.

Tips

  1. Flour your work surface lightly to prevent the dough from sticking when cutting into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Use a slotted spoon when boiling the dough to ensure even coating and easy removal.
  3. Don't skip the baking soda bath – it's the secret to that authentic pretzel flavor and beautiful brown exterior.
  4. Make sure your egg wash covers the entire surface of each bite for a gorgeous golden color.
  5. Sprinkle salt immediately after egg washing to help it stick better.
  6. For extra flavor variations, try adding garlic powder, everything bagel seasoning, or even cinnamon sugar instead of plain salt.
  7. Serve immediately for the best texture, but they can be reheated in an oven at 350°F for 3-4 minutes if needed.
  8. Experiment with dipping sauces like honey mustard, cheese sauce, or marinara to find your favorite pairing.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 180kcal

Carbohydrates: 30g

Protein: 5g

Fat: g

Saturated Fat: g

Cholesterol: 35mg

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