Easy Pretzel Bites Recipe You Can Make at Home
Make soft, golden, and chewy pretzel bites at home with this easy recipe. Perfect for snacks, parties, or game day, these homemade pretzel bites taste just like the ones at the mall only fresher and more delicious.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups warm water 110°F–115°F
- 1 packet 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup baking soda for boiling water bath
- 1 egg for egg wash
- Coarse sea salt for topping
- Optional Flavor Variations:
- Cinnamon sugar + melted butter sweet
- Shredded cheddar or parmesan cheesy
- Garlic powder + melted butter savory
Instructions
- Make the Dough: In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy. Stir in salt and flour, then knead until smooth (5–7 minutes by hand or mixer). Cover and let rise 1 hour, until doubled.
- Shape the Pretzel Bites: Punch down dough. Roll into ropes ½-inch thick. Cut into 1-inch pieces.
- Boil in Baking Soda Bath: Boil water in a large pot and add baking soda. Drop dough pieces in for 30 seconds, then remove.
- Bake Until Golden: Place boiled bites on a lined baking sheet. Brush with egg wash, sprinkle with coarse salt, and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- Use fresh yeast for best rise.
- Do not skip the baking soda bath it creates the classic pretzel flavor and chew.
- Double the batch because they disappear quickly!
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for 2 days, or freeze up to 3 months.