Soft Snack Pretzel Bites (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dough Base
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1½ cups of warm water or milk (110 to 115°F)
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1 tablespoon of brown sugar
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1 packet of active dry yeast (0.25 ounces)
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4½ cups of all-purpose flour, plus more if needed
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2 tablespoons of melted butter, plus extra for brushing
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1 teaspoon of fine sea salt
→ Boiling Solution
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9 cups of water
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⅓ cup of baking soda
→ Topping
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1 large egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon of water
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Coarse sea salt or pretzel salt for sprinkling
# Instructions:
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In a big bowl, stir together sugar and warm milk, sprinkle the yeast over it, and let it sit until bubbly for five minutes.
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Stir in the flour, salt, and melted butter. Knead by hand for about four minutes, or use a dough hook until smooth. Add flour if it feels sticky.
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Put the dough into a greased bowl, place a damp towel on top, and leave it to sit in a warm spot for 20–30 minutes until it has doubled in size.
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Set the oven to 450°F, lay parchment on your baking trays, and boil the mixture of water with baking soda.
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Break the dough into 12 parts, roll each one into ropes about ¾-inch wide, and cut them into 1-inch chunks.
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Add the pieces in batches to the boiling solution for 30 seconds each, then spread them out on your prepared trays.
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Brush bites with egg wash, sprinkle some salt, and bake them for 12 to 14 minutes until golden brown.
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For a richer flavor, brush hot pieces with more butter if you'd like. Best enjoyed warm.
# Notes:
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Tastes best when hot and fresh.
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Milk or water works fine as the liquid base.
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Brushing extra butter on after baking adds richness.
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You can knead with your hands or use a stand mixer.