Warm Gooey Cheesy Pretzel Bites (Print-Friendly Version)
Golden, gooey bites filled with cheese offer irresistible flavor and comfort for any snacking occasion.
# What You’ll Need to Make This:
→ Dough
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355 ml warm water (43°C)
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7 g active dry yeast
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4 g granulated sugar
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500 g all-purpose flour
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5 g fine salt
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60 ml unsalted butter, melted
→ Boiling Solution
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2.4 litres water
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90 g baking soda
→ Filling
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170 g shredded cheddar cheese or mozzarella
→ Topping
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1 egg, beaten
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Coarse sea salt
# How to Prepare:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Allow to rest for 5 minutes until mixture is visibly frothy.
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Add flour, salt, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Mix until incorporated, then knead by hand or with a stand mixer for 6–8 minutes until dough is smooth and elastic.
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Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in volume.
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Preheat oven to 230°C. Divide risen dough into approximately 24 equal pieces. Flatten each piece, place a generous pinch of shredded cheese in the centre, and seal tightly to form balls.
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Bring 2.4 litres of water to a boil in a large pot. Add baking soda carefully, as the mixture may foam.
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Working in batches, gently lower stuffed dough balls into the boiling solution for 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to a parchment-lined baking tray.
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Brush each bite with beaten egg. Sprinkle generously with coarse sea salt.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes until pretzel bites are deep golden and cheeses are molten inside.
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Allow to cool slightly before serving warm, optionally with your preferred dips.
# Extra Tips:
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Ensure a tight seal around the cheese filling to prevent leaks during boiling and baking.