Irresistible Sourdough Pretzel Bites: An Easy Family Recipe
Chewy, salty, and tangy sourdough pretzel bites are perfect for snacking and dipping! A fun and easy recipe that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
* 1 cup (240g) warm water
* 1 cup (225g) active sourdough starter
* 2 ½ cups (300g) bread flour, plus more for dusting
* 1 tablespoon (15g) granulated sugar
* 1 teaspoon (5g) fine sea salt
* 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter, melted (or vegetable oil)
* 4 cups (950ml) water
* 2 tablespoons (30g) baking soda
* Coarse sea salt, pretzel salt, everything bagel seasoning, or grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
1. Combine warm water and starter in a large bowl. Stir until dissolved.
2. Add flour, sugar, and salt. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
3. Knead dough for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Add flour if sticky.
4. Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 4-6 hours.
5. Punch down dough, divide into 12 pieces, and roll into ropes.
6. Shape into pretzels, place on parchment paper, and let rise for 30 minutes.
7. Simmer water and baking soda in a pot.
8. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
9. Dip each pretzel bite into the baking soda bath for 30 seconds per side.
10. Place pretzel bites on baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes.
11. Sprinkle with topping immediately after baking.
12. Cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
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