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Soft Pretzel Bites (Easy Homemade)

Soft Pretzel Bites (Easy Homemade)
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These soft pretzel bites are pillowy on the inside with a perfectly chewy, golden-brown crust. The quick boil in baking soda water gives them that classic pretzel flavor and texture, just like your favorite bakery or mall pretzels. They’re easy to make at home and even better served warm with a simple honey mustard sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 4½ cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled, plus more if needed)

  • 1 tablespoon sugar

  • 2¼ teaspoons instant yeast

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1¾ cups warm milk or water (about 110°F / 43°C)

  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

  • 9 cups water

  • ½ cup baking soda

  • 1 large egg, mixed with 1 tablespoon water (egg wash)

  • Coarse salt, for topping

Instructions

  1. Make the Dough
    In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, combine flour, sugar, yeast, salt, warm milk, and melted butter. Mix on medium speed for 4–5 minutes until a smooth, elastic dough forms.
    If the dough feels sticky, add flour 1 tablespoon at a time.

  2. Let It Rise
    Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place for 30–60 minutes, or until doubled in size.

  3. Prepare for Baking
    Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
    In a large pot, bring the 9 cups of water and baking soda to a rolling boil.

  4. Shape the Pretzel Bites
    Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope about ¾-inch thick, then cut into 1–2 inch bites.

  5. Boil the Dough
    Carefully drop the pretzel bites into the boiling baking soda water. Boil for 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon and place on the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each piece.

  6. Egg Wash & Bake
    Brush each bite with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse salt.
    Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until deeply golden brown.

  7. Serve
    Serve warm with honey mustard or your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Don’t skip the baking soda bath: This step is essential for that chewy pretzel crust and classic flavor.

  • Watch the boil time: More than 30 seconds can give the bites a bitter taste.

  • Even sizing matters: Cut the dough evenly so all bites bake at the same rate.

  • Flavor variations: Add garlic powder, everything bagel seasoning, or shredded cheese on top before baking.

  • Make ahead: Bake, cool, and freeze. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warm.

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