Looking for a delicious snack to enjoy during movie night or game day? Look no further than these homemade soft pretzel bites with mustard dip! This recipe is easy to follow and produces bite-sized pretzels that are soft and fluffy on the inside with a perfectly chewy exterior.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 package active dry yeast
- 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 10 cups water
- 2/3 cup baking soda
- 1 large egg yolk beaten with 1 tablespoon water
- Coarse sea salt
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and kosher salt. Sprinkle the yeast on top and let it sit for 5 minutes or until foamy.
2. Add the flour and melted butter to the yeast mixture and mix until just combined.3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5 to 10 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover with a towel. Let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.5. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.6. In a large pot, bring the 10 cups of water and baking soda to a rolling boil.7. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope and cut into bite-sized pieces.
8. Drop the pretzel bites into the boiling water for 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon and place on the prepared baking sheets.9. Brush the beaten egg yolk mixture onto the pretzel bites and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.10. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.11. Serve the pretzel bites warm with mustard dip.
Enjoy these delicious homemade soft pretzel bites with mustard dip as a fun and tasty snack!
