How do I bake golden cheese-filled pretzel bites?

Discover the joy of baking homemade cheese-filled pretzel bites that are beautifully golden on the outside and perfectly melty on the inside.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I bake golden Cheese-filled Pretzel Bites. Items include: All-purpose flour Salt Sugar Active dry yeast Water Cheddar cheese Mozzarella cheese Jalapeno (optional) Baking soda Egg Coarse salt

All-purpose flour 2 cups
Salt 1 teaspoon
Sugar 1 tablespoon
Active dry yeast 2 ¼ teaspoons
Water 1 cup
Cheddar cheese 1 cup (grated)
Mozzarella cheese 1 cup (grated)
Jalapeno (optional) as desired
Baking soda 1/4 cup
Egg 1 (beaten)
Coarse salt to sprinkle

Take note
Be careful when working with hot dough and molten cheese. Let the pretzel bites cool slightly before enjoying to avoid burning your tongue!

1

Prepare the Dough

In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. In a small bowl, dissolve 2 ¼ teaspoons of active dry yeast in 1 cup of warm water. Let the yeast mixture sit for 5 minutes until it becomes frothy. Gradually pour the yeast mixture into the dry ingredients and knead the dough until smooth and elastic.

2

Let the Dough Rise

Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a clean kitchen towel. Let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, until it doubles in size. This will give the dough a light and fluffy texture.

3

Prepare the Cheese Filling

While the dough is rising, grate 1 cup of cheddar cheese and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese. Mix them together in a bowl and set aside. You can also add a touch of jalapeno for extra flavor if you like.

4

Shape the Pretzel Bites

Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release any air bubbles. Divide the dough into small pieces and flatten each one with your hands. Place a spoonful of the cheese mixture into the center of each flattened piece and fold the dough over to seal the filling. Roll the dough into a ball shape, making sure the cheese is completely enclosed.

5

Boil and Bake

In a large pot, bring 6 cups of water and 1/4 cup of baking soda to a boil. Gently drop the pretzel bites into the boiling water and cook for about 1 minute, until they float to the surface. Remove them with a slotted spoon and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush each pretzel bite with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse salt. Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until the pretzel bites turn golden brown.

6

Enjoy the Golden Cheese-filled Pretzel Bites

Allow the pretzel bites to cool slightly before devouring. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce like wholegrain mustard or homemade cheese sauce. These golden cheese-filled pretzel bites are perfect for movie nights, game days, or any time you're craving a savory bite!