Get ready to transform your kitchen into a bakery paradise with these absolutely addictive Cinnamon Sugar Soft Pretzel Bites! Imagine golden, pillowy bites of dough, perfectly crisp on the outside, soft and warm on the inside, and coated in a heavenly cinnamon-sugar blend that'll make everyone beg for more. Whether you're hosting a party, looking for a weekend baking project, or simply craving a delicious snack, these pretzel bites are about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 pretzel bites
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups warm water
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
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- � cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup baking soda
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon
- ½ cup sugar
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 ½ cups of warm water (about 110°F) and 1 packet of active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy, indicating that the yeast is activated.
- In another bowl, mix together 4 cups of all-purpose flour and ⅓ cup of granulated sugar. Once the yeast mixture is ready, gradually add the flour mixture to the yeast, stirring with a wooden spoon or dough hook until a dough begins to form.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead it for about 5 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, sprinkle a little more flour as needed.
- Shape the kneaded dough into a ball and place it in a lightly greased bowl. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 10-15 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.
- While the dough is rising, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a long rope, about 1 inch thick, then cut each rope into 1-inch pieces to form the pretzel bites.
- In a large pot, bring ½ cup of baking soda and 4 cups of water to a boil. Carefully drop the pretzel bites into the boiling water in batches, cooking them for about 30 seconds. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush the tops of the pretzel bites with the beaten egg to give them a golden color when baked.
- In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons of cinnamon and ½ cup of sugar. Sprinkle this mixture generously over the pretzel bites before baking.
- Bake the pretzel bites in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
- Remove the pretzel bites from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your Easy Cinnamon Sugar Soft Pretzel Bites warm!
Tips
- Yeast Temperature Matters: Ensure your water is exactly 110°F - too hot will kill the yeast, too cold won't activate it.
- Kneading is Key: Don't rush the kneading process. A smooth, elastic dough is crucial for soft, tender pretzel bites.
- Rising Time: Keep your dough in a warm, draft-free area to help it rise properly.
- Baking Soda Bath Secret: The boiling baking soda bath is what gives pretzels their signature chewy exterior and golden color.
- Egg Wash Trick: A beaten egg brush creates that gorgeous golden sheen on your pretzel bites.
- Cinnamon Sugar Coating: Sprinkle the mixture generously while the pretzel bites are still warm for maximum flavor absorption.
- Serve Immediately: These are best enjoyed warm, right out of the oven when they're at their most soft and fragrant!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 90kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 1g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 10mg
