Soft Pretzel Nuggets

Soft Pretzel Nuggets are the ultimate snackable treat, boasting a pillowy interior and a perfectly golden, salty crust. This recipe takes you step-by-step through the process of creating bite-sized bites of homemade pretzel perfection, featuring a simple dough made with basic pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and melted butter. The secret to their signature chewy texture lies in a quick dip in a bubbling baking soda bath before baking to a deep, golden brown finish. Perfect as an appetizer or a game-day snack, these irresistible nuggets pair beautifully with mustard, cheese dip, or even a touch of honey for a sweet-savory twist. Ready in under two hours, these soft pretzel nuggets are easy to make and fun to share—your new go-to recipe for satisfying any snack craving!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups warm water
• 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 4.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 0.25 cup baking soda
• 4 cups water
• 2 tablespoons coarse sea salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.

Step 2

Add the all-purpose flour, salt, and melted unsalted butter to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.

Step 3

Knead the dough for about 5 minutes on a lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 6

In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil and add the baking soda, stirring to dissolve.

Step 7

Punch down the risen dough and turn it onto a floured surface. Divide the dough into 6 equal portions.

Step 8

Roll each portion into a long rope, approximately 1-inch thick. Cut each rope into 1 to 1.5-inch pieces to form nuggets.

Step 9

Working in batches, briefly dip the pieces into the boiling baking soda solution for about 30 seconds, then use a slotted spoon to transfer them onto the prepared baking sheets.

Step 10

Sprinkle each piece generously with coarse sea salt.

Step 11

Bake the pretzel nuggets in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until they are deeply golden brown.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2027.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2442.5

Total Fat 51.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 124mg	0%
Sodium 29153.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 427.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.1g	0%
Total Sugars 13.7g
Protein 59.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 145.1mg	0%
Iron 25.4mg	0%
Potassium 733.6mg	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: 19.3%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 70.9%