🥨 Sourdough Pretzel Bites
Soft, chewy, golden pretzel bites with that classic deep flavor — perfect for dipping or snacking.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup active sourdough starter
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the Boiling Bath
- 6–8 cups water
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons baking soda
For Topping
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Coarse salt
Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Dough
In a stand mixer, combine flour, starter, sugar, water, and salt.
Mix until a smooth dough forms. Knead 5–7 minutes until elastic.
2️⃣ Bulk Ferment
Cover and let sit at room temperature for 5+ hours, until slightly puffy.
3️⃣ Shape
Turn dough onto a lightly floured counter.
Cut into 4–6 sections.
Roll each section into a rope.
Using a bench scraper or knife, cut into bite-sized pieces.
4️⃣ Second Rise
Place bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
5️⃣ Prepare Boiling Bath
Bring water to a boil. Add brown sugar and baking soda (it will foam — that’s normal).
Boil pretzel bites in batches.
Once they float (about 30–45 seconds), remove with a slotted spoon and place on a cookie drying rack or something similar to dry off.
6️⃣ Finish & Bake
Brush with egg wash.
Sprinkle with coarse salt.
Bake in a preheated 425°F oven for 15–20 minutes, until deep golden brown. Dip in mustard, cheese sauce or plain.
