Description
Soft and golden Pretzel Bites, perfect bite-sized snacks with a crispy crust and fluffy interior. Quick and simple to prepare using minimal ingredients, ideal for sharing or enjoying solo with your favorite dips.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
Baking Soda Bath
- 10 cups water
- 2/3 cup baking soda
Finishing
- 1/4 cup plant-based butter, melted
- Coarse salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast in a large bowl. Let sit for about 5 minutes until bubbly and activated.
- Mix Dry Ingredients and Combine: Add all-purpose flour, salt, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) to the yeast mixture. Stir and knead until a smooth dough forms, soft but not too sticky. Knead 5-7 minutes until elastic and fluffy.
- Let the Dough Rise: Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- Shape Into Bites: Punch down the dough and roll into a long rope. Cut into 1-inch pieces to form bite-sized snacks.
- Baking Soda Bath: Bring water and baking soda to a gentle boil. Drop dough pieces in batches for 20-30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon.
- Bake Until Golden: Arrange boiled bites on a parchment-lined baking tray. Brush with melted plant-based butter, sprinkle with coarse salt. Bake at 220°C (425°F) for 12-15 minutes until golden and inviting.
Notes
- Use warm water to properly activate the yeast for a fluffy dough.
- Do not skip the baking soda bath; it creates the signature golden crust and flavor.
- Cut dough into evenly sized pieces for uniform baking.
- Brush with plenty of plant-based butter for flavor and a shiny finish.
- Serve fresh and warm for the best texture and taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 10 pretzel bites
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: pretzel bites, soft pretzels, snack, appetizer, plant-based, vegetarian, easy recipe
