Whether you’re prepping for game day, hosting a party, or just craving a savory snack, these Soft Homemade Pretzel Bites are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. They’re chewy on the inside, golden brown on the outside, and brushed with buttery goodness — served with mustard or cheese sauce for the perfect finish. This recipe is easier than you think and brings bakery-style pretzels to your own kitchen!
🛒 Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F / 45°C)
- 2 ¼ tsp instant yeast (1 packet)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For the Baking Soda Bath:
- ½ cup baking soda
- 9 cups water
For Topping:
- 2 tbsp melted butter (for brushing)
- Coarse salt or pretzel salt
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👨🍳 Instructions
1. Activate Yeast
In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
2. Make the Dough
Add salt, melted butter, and flour. Mix and knead until dough is smooth and elastic (about 5–7 minutes by hand or stand mixer with dough hook).
3. First Rise
Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place for 30–45 minutes until doubled in size.
4. Shape the Pretzel Bites
Punch down the dough and divide into 4 pieces. Roll each into a 14–16 inch rope and cut into 1–1.5 inch bites.
5. Prepare Baking Soda Bath
Bring 9 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Slowly add baking soda (it will bubble). Carefully drop in the dough bites (10–12 at a time) and boil for 20–25 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
6. Bake
Preheat oven to 425°F / 220°C. Arrange the bites slightly apart on a baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until deep golden brown.
7. Finish
Immediately brush with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse salt. Let cool slightly and serve with mustard or cheese dip.
🧰 Equipment Used
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups/spoons
- Stand mixer (optional)
- Pot (for baking soda bath)
- Slotted spoon
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Pastry brush
🧊 Storage Notes
- Room Temp: Best eaten fresh, but can be stored in airtight container for 2 days.
- Freezer: Freeze baked bites up to 2 months. Reheat in oven or air fryer.
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🥨 Best Soft Homemade Pretzel Bites (Buttery, Chewy & Addictive!)
Description
These chewy, golden brown pretzel bites are made from scratch and baked to perfection. A simple baking soda bath gives them that classic pretzel crust, and melted butter adds a rich, irresistible finish.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
For the Baking Soda Bath:
For Topping:
Instructions
- 1. Activate Yeast: In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
- 2. Make the Dough: Add salt, melted butter, and flour. Mix and knead until dough is smooth and elastic (about 5–7 minutes by hand or stand mixer with dough hook).
- 3. First Rise: Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place for 30–45 minutes until doubled in size.
- 4. Shape the Pretzel Bites: Punch down the dough and divide into 4 pieces. Roll each into a 14–16 inch rope and cut into 1–1.5 inch bites.
- 5. Prepare Baking Soda Bath: Bring 9 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Slowly add baking soda (it will bubble). Carefully drop in the dough bites (10–12 at a time) and boil for 20–25 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
- 6. Bake: Preheat oven to 425°F / 220°C. Arrange the bites slightly apart on a baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until deep golden brown.
- 7. Finish: Immediately brush with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse salt. Let cool slightly and serve with mustard or cheese dip.
Nutrition Facts
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 200kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5g8%
- Saturated Fat 2.5g13%
- Cholesterol 10mg4%
- Sodium 450mg19%
- Total Carbohydrate 34g12%
- Dietary Fiber 1g4%
- Sugars 1g
- Protein 5g10%
- Calcium 15 mg
- Iron 1.5 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
🧊 Storage Notes
- Room Temp: Best eaten fresh, but can be stored in airtight container for 2 days.
- Freezer: Freeze baked bites up to 2 months. Reheat in oven or air fryer.
