Easy Pretzel Bites Recipe
PREP:
20
MINS
HOURS
COOK:
16
MINS
HOURS
TOTAL:
36
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Warm Water
- 1 1/2 tbsp Brown Sugar
- 2 1/4 tsp. Active Dry Yeast about 1 packet
- 4 1/2 cups Flour
- 2 tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 Egg, preferably room temperature
- 2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 cup Baking Soda
- Coarse Sea Salt, for topping
Instructions
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, whisk together the warm water, brown sugar, and active dry yeast. Set aside at room temperature for 5 minutes, or unitl foamy.
- On medium speed, mix in the olive oil, egg, and salt. Using the kneading attachment, gradually add in the flour. Knead for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and pliable. If the dough seems too sticky, gradually add more flour one tablespoon at a time, up to 1/3 cup.
- Transfer to a boil that is lightly greased with olive oil, cover with a damp kitchen cloth or saran wrap, then set aside to rise until doubled in a warm environment, about 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 425F.
- Punch down the dough, then transfer to a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough into 6 equal pieces, then roll each piece into a long strip, about 1 – 1.5" diameter thickness. Cut each long strip into bite-sized pieces.
- Add the baking soda to a large pot of water (3-4 quarts), then bring it to a boil over high heat.
- Boil a handful of pretzel bites at a time, using a slotted spoon to remove them onto a pan lined with parchment paper.
- Brush with an egg or olive oil wash, then top with coarse sea salt.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce!
Like the recipe? Leave a comment!