There’s nothing quite like the warm, salty goodness of soft pretzel bites paired with a rich and cheesy dip. These bites are perfect for game nights, movie marathons, or just because I need a snack!
Addictive Soft Pretzel Bites
Prep & Cook Time
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Total time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F to 115°F)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2 ¼ teaspoons)
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup baking soda
- 1 large egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- Coarse sea salt (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle yeast over the top and let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and stir until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. Place it in a greased bowl and let it rise for 1 hour.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it into a long rope. Cut the rope into 1-inch pieces to create bite-sized pretzel pieces.
- In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water and the baking soda to a boil. Drop the pretzel bites in batches for about 30 seconds before removing them and placing them on the baking sheet.
- Brush the tops of the pretzel bites with the beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Enjoy warm!
Servings
This recipe makes about 24 pretzel bites.
Nutrition Info
Calories: 120 per pretzel bite
Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Protein: 3g
Cheesy Dip
Prep & Cook Time
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Total time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the flour and whisk for about 1 minute.
- Gradually pour in the milk, whisking continuously until the mixture thickens.
- Stir in the shredded cheese and garlic powder until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm alongside the pretzel bites for dipping!
Servings
This recipe makes about 1 ½ cups of cheesy dip.
Nutrition Info
Calories: 150 per serving (about ¼ cup)
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Protein: 10g
Final Thoughts
These addictive soft pretzel bites paired with cheesy dip are a must-try! Whether you’re entertaining friends or just treating yourself, they’re sure to be a hit. Enjoy every delicious bite!