Delicious soft pretzel bites served with a creamy cheese sauce
Prep
30 minutesCook
15 minutesReady In
45 minutesLevel
EasyRating
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Loading...| 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour | |
| 1 cup warm water | |
| 1 tablespoon sugar | |
| 2 teaspoons salt | |
| 1 tablespoon vegetable oil | |
| 1 packet active dry yeast | |
| 6 cups water | |
| 1/2 cup baking soda | |
| 1 egg, beaten | |
| Coarse salt, for sprinkling | |
| 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese | |
| 1/2 cup milk | |
| 2 tablespoons unsalted butter | |
| 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour | |
| Salt and pepper, to taste |
| 1. | In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top, and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy. |
| 2. | Add the flour, salt, and vegetable oil to the bowl with the yeast mixture. Mix until a smooth dough forms. |
| 3. | Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5 minutes until elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size. |
| 4. | Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. |
| 5. | In a large pot, bring the water and baking soda to a boil. |
| 6. | Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope and cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) bite-sized pieces. |
| 7. | Drop the pretzel bites into the boiling water and let them cook for 30 seconds. Remove them with a slotted spoon and transfer to the prepared baking sheet. |
| 8. | Brush the pretzel bites with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse salt. |
| 9. | Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. |
| 10. | While the pretzel bites are baking, prepare the cheese sauce. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute until golden brown. |
| 11. | Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until the mixture thickens. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. |
| 12. | Serve the pretzel bites warm with the cheese sauce for dipping. |
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