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00:00Buttery Soft Pretzel Bites
00:02These golden, chewy pretzel bites are basically edible happiness wrapped in a perfectly salty
00:07package that'll make your kitchen smell like a fancy bakery.
00:11Ingredients
00:13For the pretzel dough, you'll need 1 1⁄2 cups of warm milk or water, 1 tablespoon
00:18of brown sugar, 1 package of active dry yeast, 4 1⁄2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons
00:24of melted butter, and 1 teaspoon of fine sea salt.
00:29Mixing and Rising the Dough
00:30Start by mixing warm milk, sugar, and yeast in a bowl, letting it sit for 5 minutes until
00:36foamy.
00:37Add flour, butter, and salt, then mix with a dough hook or by hand until smooth and elastic.
00:44Transfer to an oiled bowl and let it rise for 20 to 30 minutes until doubled.
00:49Preparation
00:50Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare a baking soda bath by bringing
00:579 cups of water and 1 1⁄3 cup of baking soda to a boil.
01:01The secret lies in this bath.
01:04It gives each bite that distinctive pretzel flavor and a beautiful mahogany color.
01:09Divide the risen dough into 12 portions, roll each into 3 quarter inch thick ropes, and then
01:15cut them into 1 inch pieces.
01:19Boiling and Baking Process
01:20Working in batches, boil the pretzel bites in the baking soda solution for 30 seconds,
01:26then transfer to parchment-lined baking sheets.
01:29Brush with egg wash, sprinkle with coarse salt, and bake for 12 to 14 minutes until deep
01:35golden brown.
01:36For extra indulgence, brush with melted butter right after baking.
01:41Serving and Pro Tips
01:42These pretzel bites are crispy on the outside, pillowy soft on the inside, with just the right
01:48amount of coarse salt to make your taste buds do a happy dance.
01:53Test your yeast before starting.
01:54It should foam after 5 minutes.
01:56Don't skip the baking soda bath.
01:58The dough should feel slightly tacky but not sticky.
02:02Serve warm with mustard, cheese sauce, or enjoy on their own.
02:06Storage Instructions
02:07Store cooled pretzel bites in airtight containers for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
02:14Reheat in a 350 degree Fahrenheit oven for 5 to 7 minutes to restore crispiness.
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