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    Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites

    Published: May 31, 2020 · Modified: Jun 21, 2021 by Modern Honey · This post may contain affiliate links · 16 Comments

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    Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites Soft buttery homemade pretzel bites just like you find in the pretzel stores in the mall but even better! It is so easy to make pretzel bites at home. www.modernhoney.com #pretzels #pretzel #homemadepretzels #pretzelbites

    Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites

    Soft buttery homemade pretzel bites just like you find in the pretzel stores in the mall but even better! It is so easy to make pretzel bites at home.

    My kids used to beg me all of the time to pick up soft salty pretzels at Auntie Ann's or Wetzel Pretzel. Not anymore! We can make homemade pretzel bites that taste even better than the ones you find in the mall. Plus they are so quick and easy to whip up.

    Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites Soft buttery homemade pretzel bites just like you find in the pretzel stores in the mall but even better! It is so easy to make pretzel bites at home. www.modernhoney.com #pretzels #pretzel #homemadepretzels #pretzelbites

    When I eat my carbs, they better be worth my while. I am not going to be tempted by some package apple pie at the local convenience store...but homemade pretzels I will eat all day long. I am pretty much guaranteeing you will love them too. 

    One of my most popular recipes on Modern Honey is my BUTTERY SOFT PRETZELS RECIPE. So I thought it was time to create a mini pretzel version so you can have both at home. 

    Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites Soft buttery homemade pretzel bites just like you find in the pretzel stores in the mall but even better! It is so easy to make pretzel bites at home. www.modernhoney.com #pretzels #pretzel #homemadepretzels #pretzelbites

    These Homemade Pretzel Bites are even easier than making traditional pretzels. It is as easy as making a homemade dough with only 4 ingredients, letting it rise for 1 hour, rolling it into ropes and cutting into pieces, dipping in boiling baking soda water for 45 seconds, and then baking for about 10 minutes. This is a fun activity for kids, adults, and basically everyone. 

    My favorite kitchen appliance to use when making any type of bread is my BOSCH MIXER. It does the best job! 

    After they baked, you brush on melted salted butter and then can sprinkle pretzel salt all over it or dip them into cinnamon-sugar or whatever you please. Then you eat a lot of them because they are small and bite-sized so you just keep on eating. 

    Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites Soft buttery homemade pretzel bites just like you find in the pretzel stores in the mall but even better! It is so easy to make pretzel bites at home. www.modernhoney.com #pretzels #pretzel #homemadepretzels #pretzelbites

    How to make the Best Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites: 

    1.  Make sure your yeast works. Yeast can be finicky so it’s important to let it begin to activate, work, and foam up.  Warm water is essential — not too hot or it will kill the yeast and not too cold or it won’t allow the yeast to become active. Warm water, around 110 degrees, does the trick.  Yeast loves sugar so by adding honey or a touch of sugar to the yeast, it helps to activate it even more. 
    2. All-Purpose or Bread Flour? Bread flour has a higher amount of gluten which will produce a chewier pretzel. I have used both all-purpose flour and bread flour in these pretzels and even though both work well, the bread flour is slightly superior.
    3. Dipping the pretzels in boiling water + baking soda helps to create it’s texture, flavor, and appearance.  It helps to create a chewy texture and golden brown appearance.
    4. An egg wash gives it a shiny crust. It also adds moisture as it bakes at a high temperature. 
    5. Baking at high heat helps to keep the pretzel shape and create the coveted golden-brown tops.
    6. Brush both sides with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse salt. You may dip them into cinnamon-sugar or whatever you please! If dipping in cinnamon-sugar, I don't sprinkle coarse salt on the pretzel bites. 

    Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites Soft buttery homemade pretzel bites just like you find in the pretzel stores in the mall but even better! It is so easy to make pretzel bites at home. www.modernhoney.com #pretzels #pretzel #homemadepretzels #pretzelbites

    I can't wait to hear all about your success in the kitchen! You can find me on instagram @modern_honey. I always love to hear from you!

    Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites Soft buttery homemade pretzel bites just like you find in the pretzel stores in the mall but even better! It is so easy to make pretzel bites at home. www.modernhoney.com #pretzels #pretzel #homemadepretzels #pretzelbites

    Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites Soft buttery homemade pretzel bites just like you find in the pretzel stores in the mall but even better! It is so easy to make pretzel bites at home. www.modernhoney.com #pretzels #pretzel #homemadepretzels #pretzelbites

    Soft Homemade Pretzel Bites

    Modern Honey - www.modernhoney.com
    Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites Soft buttery homemade pretzel bites just like you find in the pretzel stores in the mall but even better! It is so easy to make pretzel bites at home.
    4.89 from 9 votes
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    Prep Time 1 hr 30 mins
    Cook Time 12 mins

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 pkg.) Active Yeast
    • 1 cup Warm Water (about 110 degrees)
    • ¼ cup Honey
    • 3 cups Bread Flour (or all-purpose)
    • 1 ¼ teaspoons Salt
    • Water
    • 3 Tablespoons Baking Soda
    • 1 large Egg (beaten)
    • Coarse Salt
    • 6 Tablespoons Butter

    Instructions
     

    • In a small bowl, mix together yeast and warm water. Let start to work and activate for 10 minutes. Stir in honey.
    • In a large mixing bowl, add flour and salt. Stir in activated yeast mixture. Using a dough hook, knead for about 5-6 minutes.
    • Place dough in a lightly oiled large bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise until doubled in size, about 1 ½ hours. After it has doubled in size, punch the dough and let rise again for 45 minutes.
    • Heat oven to 450 degrees. Pour 6 cups of water into the 12-inch skillet and add baking soda. Bring to a boil over high heat.
    • Divide the dough into 4 pieces. Roll each piece into a 20 to 24-inch long rope. Cut into bite-size pieces.
    • Using a slotted spoon, gently place the pretzels into the boiling water for 45 seconds. Remove the pretzels with a slotted spoon and drain well. Place onto the Silpat or parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
    • In a small bowl, beat egg to make an egg wash. Brush egg wash over pretzels. Sprinkle with coarse salt. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the pretzels are golden brown. Generously brush with melted butter on all sides.
    • If making cinnamon-sugar pretzels, roll the pretzel bites into the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

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    Comments

    1. Scott

      May 31, 2020 at 5:47 pm

      5 stars
      These were great! Any chance of getting a really good cheese recipe to dip these things in...

      Reply
    2. Colleen

      June 06, 2020 at 8:33 pm

      5 stars
      What a fun treat! Love these! Thanks for another great recipe!

      Reply
    3. AliCali

      June 07, 2020 at 5:08 am

      4 stars
      I am a HUGE fan of your original buttery pretzels. Whenever I make them, my husband and kids gobble them up literally in minutes. For some reason these were not as much of a hit. I think there is something about the soft inside you get when you make the pretzel in the larger size that makes the original recipe irresistible. While these are definitely exceptionally good (and I believe the same recipe as the others with the only difference being the shape), I’d probably always make the original recipe unless I have a specific reason to make these, like if I were going to use them as hors d'oeuvres at a party.

      Reply
    4. Richelle

      June 17, 2020 at 2:55 pm

      Can you make them with instant yeast? If so how do you adjust the recipe?

      Reply
    5. Mark

      June 27, 2020 at 8:51 am

      There's 1/4c of honey in the ingredients list, but it's never used in the instructions. Did I miss something?

      Reply
      • Sarah

        July 21, 2020 at 1:14 pm

        The very first step says to stir in the honey after activating the yeast. 🙂 I almost missed it too!

        Reply
    6. Sugardoll

      July 25, 2020 at 3:50 pm

      5 stars
      Yummy, yummy recipe! My family can't get enough of them. The little bit of honey adds another dimension to the pretzels, not enough to make them sweet, but enough to make them extra tasty. This recipe is a keeper. Thank you!

      Reply
    7. Snsgsj

      September 06, 2020 at 9:11 am

      How much does this make?

      Reply
    8. Liz Hudson

      September 25, 2020 at 3:55 pm

      Was that a type of mustard sauce you served with these?

      Reply
    9. Mara Mannella

      April 29, 2021 at 2:19 pm

      5 stars
      These didn’t last 5 min!! My family devoured them!!! I have yet to try a recipe of yours that wasn’t good!!! Thanks for sharing! I highly recommend this recipe. One suggestion to anyone trying this, hide a bunch for yourself! ????????????????

      Reply
    10. ashok

      May 29, 2021 at 2:04 am

      5 stars
      Thanks For Sharing this amazing recipe. My family loved it. I will be sharing this recipe with my friends. Hope the will like it.

      Reply
    11. Kathy

      November 05, 2021 at 4:20 pm

      OMG. These are so good. We make them weekly. Thank you your so kind to share this delicious receipe ????

      Reply
    12. Patty

      December 02, 2021 at 1:57 pm

      How do you adjust the recipe to make these with instant yeast?

      Reply
    13. Donna

      February 07, 2022 at 1:36 pm

      5 stars
      This will be the 3rd time making these delicious little gems. You must know by now how addicted I can get to most of your recipes, well this one is no different.
      My boys love these things. When I make them it's always a double recipe in my house. The are so good for snacking, on a salad, or in your lunch or purse!!!!!
      Thank you, for this recipe.

      Reply
    14. Rachel

      March 17, 2022 at 11:35 am

      5 stars
      Love these so much! Such a yummy snack to make that kids love!

      Reply
    15. Evangeline

      January 16, 2023 at 12:37 pm

      5 stars
      Amazing recipe! Came out perfect! Auntie Annie’s stinks next to these! Gotta try it!

      Reply

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