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Published: Sep 23, 2019 · Modified: Dec 5, 2020 by Kathy · This post may contain affiliate links

Pretzel Bites

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Mini sized soft pretzel being dipped into mustard.

Pretzel Bites are a perfect mouth popping snack! These soft pretzel bites have all the delicious flavor of your favorite pup pretzel. Make a batch of this delicious snack and eat plain or dipped in mustard.

Soft pretzels sprinkled with salt on a white board.

I have a confession to make.  I love pretzels!  I love pretzel sticks, pretzel rods, twisted pretzels , chocolate dipped pretzels, pretzel rolls and of course fresh pretzels.  These pretzel bites are a fresh pretzel in a mini size.

Bites are perfect because they are easy to make, and I don't have as much guilt if I eat a handful - or two!  I mean they are minis, right?

A small pretzel dipped into a bowl of mustard.

I've made these bite sized pretzels on several different occasions. They are perfect when you want a fun snack for  your family or a treat at a party. I love making them on the weekend when we are watching football. They are perfect by themselves or dipped in mustard or a cheese sauce.

Table of Contents
Are these pretzel bites hard or soft?
Steps to make
How long do fresh pretzels last?
Why do I need to boil the pretzel dough before baking?
Other great finger food
Equipment I used to make these pretzel bites
Pretzel Bites

Are these pretzel bites hard or soft?

These are a soft pretzel. They remind me of the large twisted pretzels you get from a street vendor or a hot pretzel shop.

A pile of mini pretzels.

Steps to make

  1. Place water, yeast and sugar in a bowl of a stand mixer
  2. Allow mixture to sit for 5 minutes until bubbly
  3. Add salt and 2 cups of flour
  4. Continue adding flour ¼ cup at a time until the dough forms a ball Bread dough forming a ball around a dough hook.
  5. Knead dough in mixer for 10 minutes
  6. Place in a greased bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Kneaded bread dough in a bowl.
  7. Allow dough to sit at room temperature until the dough has doubled in size. Dough fully proofed sitting in a glass bowl.
  8. Punch down dough and cut into eight pieces.
  9. Working with just one piece at a time (keep other pieces covered) form dough into a 10 inch rope.A long rope of pretzel dough on a counter.

  10. Cut rope into one inch pieces.
  11. Repeat with remaining dough
  12. In a large pot boil 6 cups of water and add baking soda. Once boiling, add 10-12 pretzels. You will need to do this in several batches because you don't want to overcrowd the pot.
  13. Boil until dough floats to the top - approximately 1 minute. Remove with a slotted spoon or a skimmer so the water drains off. Place on a paper towel and then move to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.Boiled pretzels pieces on a sieve.

  14. While the pretzels are still damp, sprinkle with coarse salt. Pretzel dough on a baking sheet with sprinkled salt.
  15. Continue with remaining dough.

    Bake in a preheated 400 degree oven for 20 minutes.

How long do fresh pretzels last?

I find these bites are best eaten the same day they are made.

Close up of a pretzel bite with coarse salt.

Why do I need to boil the pretzel dough before baking?

Boiling pretzel dough in water with baking soda is what gives pretzels that distinct exterior. It helps the pretzels puff up and creates that crackly surface. The dough is only boiled for about a minute and then removed to a baking sheet. They are fully baked in an oven.

Other great finger food

  • Crispy Chickpeas
  • Mini Taco Cups
  • Baked Tortilla Chips
  • Bake Pita Chips
  • Tortilla Pinwheels 

Equipment I used to make these pretzel bites

  • Stand Mixer
  • Bench Scraper
  • Skimmer - for scooping pretzels out of boiling water
  • Coarse Salt

If you make this recipe, I’d love to hear about it! Leave a comment below and snap a picture and tag me on Instagram @beyondthechickencoop

If you loved this recipe you'll LOVE all the others in this category. Check out all my appetizers here!

Soft pretzels sprinkled with salt on a white board.

Pretzel Bites

Kathy
Pretzel snack bites
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Rise Time 1 hr 30 mins
Total Time 2 hrs 40 mins
Course Baking, Bread, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 Dozen
Calories 439 kcal
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups water (warm)
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons yeast (or one package)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 ½ - 4 cups flour
  • 6 cups boiling water
  • 4 teaspoons baking soda

Topping

  • 1 teaspoon Coarse salt

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, mix 1 ½ cups water, yeast, and sugar.
  • Let sit for 5 minutes until bubbly.
  • Add salt and 2 cups of flour. Mix
  • Continue mixing and gradually add flour until dough is no longer sticky.
  • Knead in a stand mixer for 10 minutes.
  • Place into a greased bowl, cover and let sit until doubled in size (1 - 1 ½ hours)
  • Punch down dough and cut into eight pieces.
  • Working with just one piece at a time (keep other pieces covered) form dough into a 10 inch rope.
  • Cut rope into one inch pieces.
  • Repeat with remaining dough;
  • In a large pot boil 6 cups of water and add baking soda. Once boiling, add cut 10-12 pretzels. You will need to do this in several batches because you don't want to overcrowd the pan.
  • Boil until dough floats to the top - approximately 1 minute. Remove with a slotted spoon so the water will drain off. Place on a paper towel and then move to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • While the pretzels are still damp, sprinkle with coarse salt.
  • Continue with remaining dough.
  • Bake in a preheated 400 degree oven for 20 minutes.

Notes

  • Dip pretzels in mustard, cheese sauce or eat plain
  • Pretzels are best eaten the same day they are made

Nutrition

Serving: 1DozenCalories: 439kcalCarbohydrates: 91gProtein: 13gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 622mgPotassium: 158mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gCalcium: 19mgIron: 6mg
Keyword Homemade Pretzels, Pretzel Bites, Soft Pretzels
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This recipe was originally posted in March 2016. The recipe, directions and photos have been updated.

Recipe adapted from King Arthur Flour

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Comments

  1. Anu - My Ginger Garlic Kitchen says

    March 28, 2016 at 10:54 am

    Like everyone else I am also a big fan of pretzels, but I have never tried making my own. Thanks for the recipe. Will give it a go sometime soon!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      March 28, 2016 at 6:46 pm

      Homemade pretzels are well worth making!

      Reply
  2. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

    March 28, 2016 at 8:19 am

    5 stars
    I love pretzels, too, Kathy.. but really what sane person doesn't?? And I happen to swoon over all things mini, so these little bites are totally calling my name! I could eat a dangerous amount of these lil beauties! Snack time perfection! Cheers, friend!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      March 28, 2016 at 6:47 pm

      The mini size is perfect for popping right into your mouth!

      Reply
  3. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

    March 28, 2016 at 5:36 am

    I could eat the entire bowl of these beauties Kathy! A favorite snack at our house for sure!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      March 28, 2016 at 6:55 pm

      I ate an entire bowl of them 🙂 Now I need to make another batch!

      Reply
  4. Kate @ Framed Cooks says

    March 28, 2016 at 4:34 am

    I do not think I will have ANY problem taking care of all these adorable pretzel bites on Day One. Can't wait to give these a try!!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      March 28, 2016 at 5:29 am

      These bites are totally addicting!

      Reply
  5. David @ Spiced says

    March 27, 2016 at 7:31 am

    I love pretzels, too, Kathy! And homemade pretzels are totally the best. Isn't it awesome how easy they are to make? I'm guessing your sons and husband made quick work of these awesome bites!

    Reply
  6. Jess @ Sweetest Menu says

    March 26, 2016 at 8:36 pm

    Oh I am the SAME, I love pretzels! No one makes good ones here but we always have our fill when we visit the States. Love that I can try these at home! Yum!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      March 27, 2016 at 6:03 am

      I think you are going to need to make a batch to satisfy that pretzel craving!

      Reply
  7. Kaylene @ The Links Site says

    March 26, 2016 at 8:07 pm

    Ooh I have never made pretzels before from scratch, these look like they would be very easy! It's a pity they are not as good the next day but it's a good excuse to eat more!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      March 27, 2016 at 6:01 am

      They are quite easy to make. Give them a try!

      Reply
  8. mira says

    March 26, 2016 at 5:54 pm

    I always get pretzel bites at the mall! Never made them myself, but will definitely try this recipe! Love it! Pinned!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      March 26, 2016 at 6:58 pm

      I can only find those giant sized pretzels...I love the bite sized ones. I hope you give these a try!

      Reply
  9. Ansh says

    March 26, 2016 at 8:39 am

    There is no such thing as leftover pretzel bites in my house :)) We just go through it all, so we won't have a problem finishing this batch in one sitting.

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      March 26, 2016 at 2:23 pm

      Sounds like these pretzel bites would be perfect for your household!

      Reply
  10. Amanda says

    March 26, 2016 at 7:51 am

    Making pretzels is so much fun and they're probably my favorite salty snack. But whenever I make them they always look like huge freakish mounds. Haha. I think pretzels bites are a good alternative for me. These look wonderful!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      March 26, 2016 at 2:26 pm

      These bites will turn our perfectly shaped....because there's no shaping to them. Just roll out a log and cut! And they taste as delicious as the twisted complicated kind!

      Reply
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