Description

Soft, warm Pretzel Bites bursting with flavor made from simple, wholesome ingredients. Perfectly bite-sized with a soft interior and lightly crispy golden crust, ideal for snacking alone or with your favorite dips. Easy to make, customizable, and great for sharing at parties or as a cozy treat anytime.

Ingredients

Scale

Dough Ingredients

3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups warm water
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt

Boiling Bath

10 cups water
2 tablespoons baking soda
1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)

Finishing

2 tablespoons plant-based butter, melted
Coarse sea salt, for sprinkling

Instructions

Prepare the Dough: Activate the yeast by combining warm water and sugar in a bowl. Let it sit until it foams gently, about 5 minutes. In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and knead until a smooth and elastic dough forms. Cover the dough and let it rise until doubled in size, about 45 minutes.
Shape the Bites: Punch down the risen dough and roll it into a long rope. Cut the rope into small, even pieces to form bite-sized dough balls.
Boil with Baking Soda and Vegetarian Worcestershire Sauce (natural): Bring water to a boil in a large pot. Add the baking soda and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). Carefully drop the dough pieces in batches into the boiling water and cook for about 30 seconds each. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a baking sheet.
Bake to Perfection: Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F). Brush the boiled Pretzel Bites lightly with melted plant-based butter and sprinkle coarse sea salt on top. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
Cool and Enjoy: Allow the Pretzel Bites to cool for a few minutes. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.

Notes

Use warm water that is not hot when activating yeast to ensure it lives.
Boil dough pieces for exactly 30 seconds to create the perfect crust.
Cut Pretzel Bites uniformly for consistent baking results.
Brush with plant-based butter before baking for a beautiful golden finish without sogginess.
Serve Pretzel Bites warm for the best texture and taste; they can be reheated in a warm oven as needed.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 5 Pretzel Bites
Calories: 130
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 2.5g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 0mg

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