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Cheese-Stuffed Pretzels

Cheese-Stuffed Pretzels: Warm, Chewy Bliss at Home

Indulge in these Cheese-Stuffed Pretzels, a delightful snack transformed into warm, chewy goodness perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rising Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 pretzels
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Warm Water Between 110°F to 115°F
  • 2 tablespoons Active Dry Yeast Check freshness
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Honey can substitute
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour is optional
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt Regular salt works too
For the Boiling Bath
  • 2/3 cup Baking Soda
For the Cheese Filling
  • 1-2 tablespoons Shredded Cheese Cheddar or mozzarella
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 Egg (beaten) Can substitute with milk
  • Coarse to taste Sea Salt Kosher salt is an alternative

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • wooden spoon
  • Parchment Paper
  • large pot
  • Slotted spoon
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Dissolve yeast by combining warm water, sugar, and yeast in a bowl; let it sit for 5 minutes.
  2. Whisk together all-purpose flour and kosher salt in a mixing bowl.
  3. Gradually add flour mixture to the yeast and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Let the dough rise in an oiled bowl covered with a towel for 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
  7. Boil 10 cups of water and carefully add baking soda.
  8. Divide dough into 12 pieces, roll into ropes, and shape into pretzels.
  9. Boil each pretzel for 30 seconds and drain.
  10. Stuff each pretzel with cheese.
  11. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with sea salt.
  12. Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  13. Cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pretzelCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 470mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Serve with mustard or cheese sauce for an added snack experience.

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