Description
Get ready to enjoy the ultimate easy snack recipe with these homemade soft pretzel bites. Perfect as a quick appetizer, game day snack, or fun dinner idea, these golden, chewy bites are soft on the inside and perfectly salted on the outside. Whether you’re looking for easy food ideas, party snacks, or comfort food, this recipe delivers bakery-style results right from your kitchen.
Ingredients
3 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
1 cup warm water
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
8 cups water
½ cup baking soda
1 large egg
1 tablespoon water
coarse sea salt
Instructions
1. In a bowl, mix warm water and sugar, then add yeast. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. Add salt and melted butter, then gradually mix in flour until dough forms.
3. Knead dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Place dough in greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled.
5. Bring 8 cups water to a boil and add baking soda carefully.
6. Divide dough into portions, roll into ropes, and cut into bite-sized pieces.
7. Boil bites in baking soda bath for 20–30 seconds, then remove.
8. Place on baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and sprinkle salt.
9. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
10. Let cool slightly and serve warm.
Notes
Use fresh yeast for best rise and texture.
Do not skip the baking soda bath for authentic pretzel flavor.
Avoid overcrowding the baking tray to ensure even baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-8 bites
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg