Here’s a detailed guide to making Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Bites—soft, sweet, and perfect for snacks:
1. Ingredients
For the dough:
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F / 43°C)
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2 ¼ tsp)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
For boiling:
- 10 cups water
- 2/3 cup baking soda
For topping:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup sugar
- 1–2 tsp ground cinnamon
2. Dough Preparation
- Activate yeast: Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Mix dough: Add flour and salt. Knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Let rise: Place in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1 hour until doubled in size.
3. Shaping Pretzel Bites
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Divide dough into 12 equal pieces, then roll each piece into a rope (~12 inches).
- Cut ropes into bite-sized pieces (~1–1.5 inches).
4. Boiling (for classic pretzel texture)
- Bring 10 cups water and 2/3 cup baking soda to a boil in a large pot.
- Drop dough pieces in 2–3 at a time for 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on prepared baking sheet.
5. Baking
- Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12–15 minutes, until golden brown.
6. Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- Melt butter in a small bowl.
- Mix sugar and cinnamon in another bowl.
- Brush warm pretzel bites with melted butter, then toss in cinnamon sugar until coated.
7. Tips
- Serve warm for the best texture and flavor.
- You can experiment with cream cheese or chocolate dipping sauces.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle a tiny pinch of sea salt before the cinnamon sugar coating.
If you want, I can also give a shortcut version using store-bought pizza dough that makes these pretzel bites in under 30 minutes.
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