Description
Delight in these warm, gooey cheese-stuffed pretzels that redefine snack time with a perfect combination of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
- 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (or brown sugar)
- 2 teaspoons salt (preferably kosher)
- 1 cup warm water (not more than 110°F)
- ¼ cup melted butter (or coconut oil/margarine for dairy-free)
- 8 ounces high-melting cheese (mozzarella, pepper jack, or smoked gouda)
- ½ cup baking soda
- Coarse sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Mix the Ingredients: Add flour and salt to the yeast mixture, stirring until combined. Knead for 5 minutes until smooth.
- Let the Dough Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour in a warm place.
- Prepare the Cheese Filling: Cube cheese and set aside.
- Shape the Pretzels: Divide dough into 12 equal pieces, shape around cheese cubes, and seal.
- Boil the Pretzels: Boil pretzels in water with baking soda for 30 seconds each.
- Bake the Pretzels: Preheat oven to 425°F, bake pretzels on parchment-lined sheet for 12-14 minutes.
- Enjoy: Let cool slightly, then enjoy warm.
Notes
Serve with dipping sauces, salads, or craft beer for an enhanced flavor experience. Feel free to experiment with toppings and cheese varieties.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: cheese stuffed pretzels, comfort food, snack, easy recipe, homemade pretzels
