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Mozzarella-Stuffed Pretzel Bites Recipe

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  • Author: Lauren
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 stuffed pretzel bites
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Boiling and Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Mozzarella-Stuffed Pretzel Bites are golden, soft pretzel pockets filled with gooey melted mozzarella cheese. These bite-sized snacks feature a perfectly chewy pretzel crust created by boiling the dough in a baking soda bath before baking. Served warm with a side of tangy marinara sauce, they make an irresistible appetizer or party treat that combines classic pretzel flavor with cheesy goodness.

Ingredients

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Dough and Boiling

  • 1/4 cup baking soda
  • All-purpose flour, for dusting
  • 1 lb. store-bought or homemade pizza dough, room temperature

Filling and Topping

  • 8 mozzarella cheese sticks, frozen, halved crosswise
  • 1 large egg, beaten to blend
  • Pretzel or flaky sea salt, for sprinkling

For Serving

  • Marinara sauce, for dipping

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Boiling Water: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Fill a large pot with 10 cups of water and stir in the baking soda. Bring this mixture to a rolling boil over high heat. This baking soda bath is key to achieving the characteristic pretzel crust.
  2. Shape the Dough with Cheese: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 15-inch by 12-inch rectangle. Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, divide the dough into 12 equal rectangles. Place a frozen half mozzarella stick in the center of each piece. Wrap the dough around the cheese tightly, crimping and pressing down well to seal completely. Proper sealing is essential to prevent the cheese from leaking during cooking.
  3. Boil the Stuffed Dough: Working in small batches, carefully drop the stuffed dough pieces into the boiling baking soda water. Cook until the pretzel bites float to the surface and start to puff, about 30 seconds. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and transfer the pretzel bites to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Egg Wash and Salt: Brush each pretzel bite generously with the beaten egg wash to give the finished bites a shiny, golden appearance. Sprinkle the tops with pretzel salt or flaky sea salt, according to your preference.
  5. Bake the Pretzel Bites: Place the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake until the pretzels are golden brown, about 8 to 10 minutes. Remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
  6. Serve: Transfer the pretzel bites to a serving platter and offer marinara sauce on the side for dipping, creating a delicious cheesy and savory snack experience.

Notes

  • Freezing the mozzarella sticks before wrapping helps prevent the cheese from melting too quickly and leaking out during boiling and baking.
  • Be sure to seal the dough edges firmly to avoid bursting and cheese leakage.
  • You can substitute pizza dough with pretzel dough for an even more authentic pretzel taste.
  • Boiling time is brief; do not overboil or the dough will become too soft and may fall apart.
  • Serve immediately while the cheese is warm and gooey for best flavor and texture.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 pretzel bites
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Find it online: https://tastyrates.com/mozzarella-stuffed-pretzel-bites-recipe/