Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites
These Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites are easy to make and a great family friendly appetizer. Learn how to make soft pretzel bites for your next party.
Equipment
- Stand mixer
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup warm water (100-110 deg F)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast 1 packet
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 4 1/2 cups All Purpose flour
- 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil
- 3 quarts water
- 1/3 cup baking soda
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp water
- coarse sea salt
Instructions
- In the bowl of a stand mixer stir together water, yeast, brown sugar and butter until combined. Let rest for 5 minutes or until small bubbles have formed.
- Add flour and salt to the yeast mixture, and using the dough hook attachment mix on low speed until the ingredients are combined. Increase to medium speed and mix for 2-3 minutes, dough should be smooth and separated from the bowl.
- Remove dough from bowl and knead into a ball. Add vegetable oil to a large bowl and add the dough, tossing to ensure dough is coated. Cover and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. In a large pot bring water to a boil and add baking soda.
- Divide the dough into 8 sections, roll each section into a rope about 20 inches long. Cut each rope into 1 inch bites.
- Working in batches, boil the pretzel bites for 30 seconds, remove with a mesh strainer or slotted spoon and place on a baking sheet. Create an egg wash by mixing the egg and 1 tbsp of water and brush the top of each pretzel bite, sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
- Bake for 16 - 20 minutes until golden brown brown. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
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