Description
Homemade soft pretzel bites deliver a classic German snack with golden-brown exterior and pillowy center. Salty, warm, and irresistible, these morsels will satisfy savory cravings in mere minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can biscuit dough (8 count, refrigerated)
- ¼ cup baking soda (60 ml)
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)
- Coarse salt
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line baking sheet with parchment paper for optimal non-stick surface.
- Dough Shaping: Transform refrigerated biscuit dough into elongated ropes, then slice each rope into four compact, uniform segments.
- Water Bath: Bring water to a vigorous boil, dissolve baking soda completely, and briefly immerse dough pieces for 15 seconds per side to create signature pretzel texture.
- Egg Wash and Seasoning: Whisk egg and meticulously brush dough bites, then generously scatter coarse kosher salt across the surface for enhanced flavor profile.
- Baking: Transfer pretzel bites to prepared baking sheet, ensuring adequate spacing, and roast in preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until achieving a rich, golden-brown exterior that promises crisp texture and irresistible appearance.
Notes
- Prevent Dough Sticking: Use parchment paper on the baking sheet to ensure easy removal and prevent burning.
- Master Uniform Sizing: Stretch biscuit dough carefully into even ropes for consistent cooking and professional-looking bites.
- Baking Soda Bath Technique: Boiling water with baking soda creates the signature pretzel crust and deep brown color.
- Egg Wash Brilliance: Brushing with beaten egg gives pretzels a gorgeous golden sheen and helps salt adhere perfectly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 33
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg