Soft Pretzel Bites (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dough Base
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1½ cups of warm water or milk (heated to 110-115°F)
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1 tablespoon of brown sugar
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1 packet (0.25 ounces) of active dry yeast
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4½ cups of all-purpose flour (add more if necessary)
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2 tablespoons of melted butter (plus more for brushing)
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1 teaspoon of fine sea salt
→ Boiling Solution
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9 cups of water
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⅓ cup of baking soda
→ Topping
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1 large egg (whisked with a tablespoon of water)
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Sprinkle coarse sea salt or pretzel salt
# Instructions:
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Combine warm sugar water and milk in a big bowl, sprinkle yeast on top, and let it foam up for 5 minutes.
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Mix in flour, salt, and melted butter. Knead it for about 4 minutes by hand or use a dough hook until smooth. If it’s sticky, add a bit more flour.
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Put the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and leave it alone for 20-30 minutes to double in size.
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Set your oven to 450°F, cover baking sheets with parchment, and prepare the boiling water and soda solution.
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Cut your dough into 12 parts, roll each into ropes around ¾-inch thick, and cut into 1-inch chunks.
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Drop the dough bites into boiling water in small batches for 30 seconds each, then pop them onto lined pans.
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Brush bites with egg wash, sprinkle with salt, and bake in the oven for 12-14 minutes until golden brown.
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When warm, brush with more butter if you want and serve right away.
# Notes:
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Tastes best fresh and warm.
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You can choose water or milk for the dough.
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Brush with extra butter if you like it richer.
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Knead dough by hand or use a stand mixer for quicker results.