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Pretzel bites with cheese dip Recipe

German-American · Appetizer · 35 min total

Soft, chewy pretzel bites with a golden crust, served with a warm, creamy cheese dip. Perfect as a snack or appetizer.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F)
• 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup baking soda
• 1 large egg, beaten
• Coarse sea salt for sprinkling
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 cup whole milk
• 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let stand 5 minutes until foamy.
2. Add flour, salt, and melted butter. Mix until a dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 5 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.
3. Preheat oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
4. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add baking soda (careful, it will foam).
5. Divide dough into 4 pieces. Roll each into a 12-inch rope. Cut each rope into 12 pieces (about 1 inch each).
6. Boil pretzel bites in batches for 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on prepared baking sheet.
7. Brush bites with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse salt.
8. Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. Transfer to a wire rack.
9. For cheese dip: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk and cook until thickened, about 3 minutes.
10. Reduce heat to low. Add shredded cheese, mustard, and cayenne. Stir until melted and smooth. Serve warm with pretzel bites.

Tips

• For a softer pretzel, skip the boiling step and brush with butter before baking.
• Store leftover pretzel bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in oven.
• Cheese dip can be made ahead and reheated gently on the stove or microwave.

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