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Irresistible Easy Soft Pretzel Bites You'll Want to Devour

Delight in these Irresistible Easy Soft Pretzel Bites with a chewy crust and fluffy center that are simple to make.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 22 minutes
Servings: 8 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pretzel Dough
  • 1 cup Warm Water Filtered or tap, avoid boiling hot water
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Can substitute with honey
  • 2 teaspoons Yeast Ensure it's fresh for best results
  • 4 cups Flour All-purpose flour recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea salt or kosher salt preferred
For Boiling & Baking
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Soda Essential for boiling
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can swap for garlic-infused olive oil

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy and bubbly.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Pour the yeast mixture into the flour and mix until a dough begins to form.
  3. On a floured surface, knead the dough for approximately 5 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the kneaded dough in a well-oiled bowl, cover it with a towel, and let it rise in a warm area until it doubles in size, roughly 1 hour.
  5. Once risen, punch down the dough gently. Divide it into 8 equal pieces and shape them into pretzel shapes.
  6. Prepare a boiling solution with water and baking soda. Boil the pretzel bites for about 30 seconds, then transfer them to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Brush with melted butter and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12 minutes or until golden brown.

Notes

For maximum enjoyment, serve warm with various dipping sauces.