Description
Golden-brown, buttery pretzel bites filled with gooey melted cheese. Perfect for parties, game day, or cozy snacking, these warm bites are soft, chewy, and impossibly addictive.
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast (1 packet)
- 1 1/4 cups warm water (about 110°F)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz mozzarella or cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes
- 1/4 cup baking soda
- 6 cups water (for baking soda bath)
- 1 tbsp coarse salt (for sprinkling)
- 2 tbsp melted butter (optional, for brushing after baking)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water, brown sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add melted butter and salt. Mix in the flour gradually to form a soft dough.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Transfer to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 45-60 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 425°F and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Divide dough into 20-24 pieces. Flatten each and place a cube of cheese in the center. Seal edges and roll into balls.
- In a pot, bring 6 cups of water to boil. Stir in baking soda.
- Boil pretzel bites in the soda bath for 20-30 seconds. Remove and place on baking sheet.
- Sprinkle with coarse salt. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Optional: brush with melted butter immediately after baking.