soft  pretzel bites

with beer cheese

A perfect make ahead GAME DAY Appetizer! The best snack for the big game!

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Soft Pretzel Bites Are The Hit Of ANY Party!

If you make these soft pretzel bites for Gameday or any party, make a lot!  They go FAST! They're cheaper & tastier than store-bought!

What you need for  Soft Pretzels

1.5 cups Warm Water

1 Tbsp Sugar

2.25 tsp Active Dry Yeast (1 pkg)

Kosher Salt

4 Cups All Purpose Flour

3 Tbsp Butter 

2/3 Cup Baking Soda

1 Large Egg Yolk 

10 Cups Water to boil

Proof Your Yeast

First- wake the yeast up.  In your mixer bowl combine the warm water (110-115F), sugar, salt and sprinkle with the yeast.   Let sit about 5 minutes.

1

Mix Pretzel Dough

Add the flour and melted butter and mix on low till it starts to combine.   Turn to medium and mix for 2 to 3 minutes till it pulls away from the side of the mixer bowl.

2

Let Pretzel Dough Double

Place dough in greased bowl. Cover and place in a warm place for about an hour or until it doubles in size.

3

Get Ready To Pretzel!

Put water and baking soda in large stock pot and bring to a boil.   Preheat oven to 450F.   Line 2 sheet pans with parchment paper and spray lightly with oil.

4

Divide and Conquer

Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces.   Roll out each piece into a rope about 3/4" to 1" thick.   Cut ropes into 1" pieces with pizza cutter or sharp knife.

5

Boil The Pretzels

Transfer in batches to the boiling water, don't overcrowd. Boil for 30 seconds per batch and transfer to the parchment lined baking sheets.

6

Transfer & Coat With Egg

Spread the pretzel bites evenly on the baking sheet and brush with the egg wash mixture. Sprinkle salt over the egg wash to help it stick.

7

Bake the Pretzel Bites

Bake the pretzel bites at 450F for 10-12 minutes.   Turn baking sheets part way through for even browning. Remove from baking sheets and let cool for a few minutes, then ENJOY!

8

Serve With Homemade Beer Cheese!

Make Beer Cheese in less than 10 minutes! Creamy, perfect dipping cheese! 

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