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How to Make the Perfect Soft Pretzel Bites

American · Easy · 55 min · 6 servings

vegetariandairy-free
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Soft Pretzel Bites are warm chewy little nuggets with a golden crust and perfectly salted exterior that kids find completely addictive. This kid friendly recipe is a fun baking project that little ones love helping with by rolling and shaping the dough.

Why this recipe works

This Soft Pretzel Bites recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 55 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 240 calories with 7g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.

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What you will need

This recipe uses 7 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet instant yeast
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 0.25 cup baking soda for the water bath
  • 2 tbsp coarse sea salt for topping

Step by step instructions

Step 1: Make the Dough

Mix warm water, sugar, and yeast and let sit for 5 minutes then add flour and salt and knead for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 2: Rest and Shape

Let dough rest for 20 minutes then roll into ropes and cut into 1-inch bite-sized pieces.

Step 3: Baking Soda Bath

Bring a pot of water with baking soda to a boil then drop pretzel bites in batches for 30 seconds each and remove with a slotted spoon.

Step 4: Salt and Bake

Place boiled bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet, sprinkle with coarse salt, and bake at 450 degrees Fahrenheit for 12 to 15 minutes until deep golden brown.

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Easy substitutions

Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:

  • coarse sea salt → cinnamon sugar for a sweet pretzel bite version kids love
  • all-purpose flour → bread flour for a chewier and more authentic pretzel texture

Common mistakes to avoid

Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:

  • Skipping the baking soda bath which is essential for achieving the classic chewy pretzel texture and golden color
  • Not baking at a high enough temperature causing pretzel bites to be pale and soft instead of golden and crisp

Nutrition facts

Per serving: 240 calories, 7g protein, 42g carbs, 5g fat, 2g fiber.

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