Buttery Soft Pretzel Bites Recipe
If you love warm, pillowy soft pretzels from the mall or a ballgame, you’ll be obsessed with these Buttery Soft Pretzel Bites. Perfectly golden on the outside, soft and chewy inside, and brushed with melted butter — they’re everything you want in a bite-sized snack. These are ideal for game day appetizers, holiday parties, or cozy movie nights at home.
Serve them with cheese sauce, honey mustard, or even a sweet cinnamon-sugar dip for the ultimate snack experience.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F)
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (for dough)
- 10 cups water (for boiling)
- 2/3 cup baking soda
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)
- Coarse sea salt, for topping
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Stir in flour, salt, and melted butter. Knead until smooth and elastic (about 6–8 minutes).
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Bring 10 cups of water and baking soda to a boil in a large pot.
- Punch down dough and divide into 6 equal portions. Roll each into ropes and cut into 1-inch pieces.
- Boil pretzel bites in batches for 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon.
- Arrange bites on baking sheets, brush with melted butter, and sprinkle with coarse salt.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, until deep golden brown.
- Brush with more melted butter after baking for that extra soft, buttery finish.
Why You’ll Love These Pretzel Bites
- Soft & Chewy: Just like your favorite mall pretzels.
- Crowd-Pleasing Snack: A guaranteed hit for parties and gatherings.
- Versatile Flavoring: Go savory with cheese dip or sweet with cinnamon sugar.
Buttery Soft Pretzel Bites
Golden brown, pillowy soft pretzel bites brushed with melted butter and sprinkled with coarse salt. The ultimate party appetizer or cozy snack at home.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Stir in flour, salt, and melted butter. Knead until smooth and elastic (about 6–8 minutes).
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Bring 10 cups of water and baking soda to a boil in a large pot.
- Punch down dough and divide into 6 equal portions. Roll each into ropes and cut into 1-inch pieces.
- Boil pretzel bites in batches for 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon.
- Arrange bites on baking sheets, brush with melted butter, and sprinkle with coarse salt.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, until deep golden brown.
- Brush with more melted butter after baking for that extra soft, buttery finish.
Notes
These pretzel bites are best enjoyed warm. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat briefly in the oven or air fryer.
Flavor Variations
- Cinnamon Sugar: Brush with butter after baking, then roll in cinnamon-sugar.
- Garlic Parmesan: Toss baked pretzels with melted butter, garlic powder, and grated Parmesan.
- Everything Bagel Seasoning: Sprinkle on before baking for a savory twist.
