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Soft Pretzel Bites Recipe Easy Homemade Cozy Snack with Honey Mustard Dip

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These cozy homemade soft pretzel bites feature a soft interior and chewy crust, paired perfectly with a tangy-sweet honey mustard dip. A quick and easy snack ideal for busy nights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour (420 g), preferably sifted
  • 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (one packet)
  • 1 ¼ cups warm water (300 ml), around 110°F (43°C)
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • ⅓ cup baking soda (80 g)
  • 10 cups water (2.4 L) for boiling
  • 2 tsp coarse sea salt or pretzel salt
  • ¼ cup Dijon mustard (60 ml)
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder (optional)

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a large bowl, combine warm water (1 ¼ cups/300 ml) with sugar (1 tbsp) and sprinkle the active dry yeast (2 ¼ tsp) over the surface. Let it sit for 5–7 minutes until foamy and bubbly.
  2. Mix the dough: Add flour (3 ½ cups/420 g), salt (2 tsp), and melted butter (2 tbsp) to the yeast mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon or dough hook until the dough starts to come together.
  3. Knead the dough: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. The dough should be slightly tacky but not sticky.
  4. First rise: Shape the dough into a ball, place it in a lightly oiled bowl, and cover with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let it rise in a warm spot for 45–60 minutes, until doubled in size.
  5. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). In a large pot, bring 10 cups (2.4 L) of water and ⅓ cup (80 g) baking soda to a rolling boil.
  6. Shape the pretzel bites: Punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll the dough into a long rope about 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick. Cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces.
  7. Boil the bites: Carefully drop about 8–10 pretzel bites at a time into the boiling baking soda water. Boil for 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Salt and bake: Sprinkle the boiled pretzel bites generously with coarse sea salt. Bake for 12–15 minutes, until golden brown and slightly crisp on the outside.
  9. Prepare the honey mustard dip: While pretzels bake, whisk together Dijon mustard (¼ cup), honey (3 tbsp), mayonnaise (2 tbsp), lemon juice (1 tsp), and garlic powder (¼ tsp) until smooth. Chill until ready to serve.
  10. Serve warm: Let the pretzel bites cool for 5 minutes, then serve with the tangy honey mustard dip.

Notes

Boiling the dough pieces briefly in baking soda water is essential for the authentic pretzel crust and flavor. Keep an eye on boiling time to avoid soggy or underdeveloped crust. For extra flavor, brush bites with melted butter after baking. Dough can be refrigerated after first rise for up to 24 hours. Freeze baked pretzel bites for up to 1 month and reheat in oven at 350°F for 5–7 minutes.

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