Description
Delicious Cheddar Jalapeño Pretzel Bites that are perfect for snacking or sharing at parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon instant yeast
- 2/3 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3.5 ounces cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes
- 1 fresh jalapeño, finely diced, seeds removed
- 4 cups water for baking soda bath
- 2 tablespoons baking soda
- Coarse salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Prepare Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, kosher salt, and instant yeast. Add warm water and olive oil. Knead until the dough is smooth and elastic, about 5 to 7 minutes. Cover and let rise in a warm location for 45 minutes or until doubled in size.
- Shape and Fill: Punch down the risen dough and divide into 24 uniform pieces. Flatten each segment, place a cheddar cheese cube and a pinch of diced jalapeño in the center. Enclose the filling by pulling up the edges and pinching tightly to seal.
- Baking Soda Bath: In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water and 2 tablespoons baking soda to a gentle boil. Working in batches, carefully lower pretzel bites into the bath for 20 to 30 seconds. Use a slotted spoon to transfer each bite onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake Pretzel Bites: Sprinkle each bite with coarse salt. Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F for 10 to 12 minutes until the exterior is deep golden brown.
- Serve: Enjoy pretzel bites warm with the cheese filling melted inside.
Notes
- Ensure the dough is well-kneaded for the best texture.
- Adjust the amount of jalapeño based on your heat preference.
- These bites are best served fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container for a couple of days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel bite
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg