Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites

Get ready to wow your taste buds with these irresistible Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites—bite-sized perfection that's crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside! Perfect for snacking, party platters, or game-day spreads, these pretzel bites come together with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and a touch of melted butter. A quick boil in baking soda water gives them that signature golden crust, while a sprinkle of coarse sea salt enhances their rich, savory flavor. Ready in under 40 minutes of active time, these pretzel bites are easy to make and even easier to devour. Serve them warm with mustard, cheese sauce, or your favorite dip for a snack everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:37 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Warm water
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 2 third_cups Baking soda
• 1 unit Large egg, beaten (egg wash)
• 1 tablespoon Coarse sea salt (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, active dry yeast, and sugar. Stir gently and let the mixture sit for 5 minutes until the yeast is frothy.

Step 2

Add salt, all-purpose flour, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon or mix on low speed if using a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook. Knead until a smooth and elastic dough forms, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about an hour, or until doubled in size.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.

Step 5

Once risen, punch down the dough and turn it onto a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough into 6 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope, about 18 inches long, and cut into 1-inch pieces to form bites.

Step 6

In a large pot, bring about 10 cups of water and the baking soda to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and gently drop the pretzel bites (8-10 at a time) into the water. Let them cook for about 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon and place on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 7

Lightly brush each pretzel bite with the beaten egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the pretzel bites are golden brown.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with mustard, cheese sauce, or your favorite dip!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1431.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2294.1

Total Fat 56.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 309mg	0%
Sodium 129916.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 382.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.5g	0%
Total Sugars 14.1g
Protein 58.8g	0%

Vitamin D 40IU	0%
Calcium 104.3mg	0%
Iron 23.5mg	0%
Potassium 739.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.3%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 67.4%