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Buttery Soft Pretzel Bites

Buttery Soft Pretzel Bites
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Buttery Soft Pretzel Bites are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, perfect for snacking or entertaining! These delightful little morsels feature a warm, buttery flavor with a satisfying chewy texture that everyone loves. Made from scratch in under an hour, they are easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite herbs, cheeses, or sweet toppings. Whether you’re enjoying a cozy movie night or hosting a lively gathering, these pretzel bites will be the star of the show. Plus, the fun of shaping and boiling them adds to the experience! Serve them warm with your choice of dips for a tasty treat that’s sure to disappear quickly.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups warm milk or water
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 (0.25-ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 9 cups water
  • 1/3 cup baking soda
  • 1 large egg (whisked with 1 tablespoon water)
  • Pretzel salt or coarse sea salt

Instructions

  1. Activate yeast by whisking warm milk and sugar in a bowl; sprinkle yeast on top and let sit for five minutes.
  2. Mix in flour, melted butter, and salt until combined, then knead until smooth (about four minutes).
  3. Let the dough rise in an oiled bowl covered with a damp towel for 20 to 30 minutes until doubled.
  4. Preheat oven to 450°F and prepare a boiling water bath with baking soda.
  5. Shape risen dough into bite-sized pieces and boil each batch for about thirty seconds.
  6. Brush boiled bites with egg wash and sprinkle with salt before baking for 12 to 14 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Brush with melted butter right after baking and serve warm!

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