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Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Bites

Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Bites

Soft, pillowy pretzel bites get a quick soda bath, bake up golden, and finish with a warm cinnamon-sugar shower. A party-perfect snack that disappears fast.
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Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.25 cup warm water about 110 F
  • 2.25 tsp active dry yeast
  • 2.5 tbsp granulated sugar for dough
  • 1 tsp fine salt
  • 3.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted for dough
  • 9 cup water for soda bath
  • 0.5 cup baking soda for soda bath
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted for coating
  • 0.6 cup granulated sugar for coating
  • 2.5 tsp ground cinnamon for coating

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 425 F. Line two baking sheets with parchment and lightly grease.
  • Bloom yeast by stirring it with the warm water and the dough sugar. Let stand until foamy, 5–10 minutes.
  • Combine flour and salt in a large bowl. Pour in the yeasted water and melted butter, then mix into a shaggy dough.
  • Knead on a lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic, 5–7 minutes. Cover and rest 10 minutes.
  • Divide dough into 4 pieces. Roll each into a 3/4-inch rope and cut into 1-inch bites.
  • Bring the bath water to a gentle boil. Slowly stir in baking soda; adjust heat to maintain a simmer.
  • Boil pretzel bites in batches for 30 seconds, stirring so they don’t stick. Drain well with a slotted spoon.
  • Arrange on prepared sheets, spacing slightly. Bake until deep golden, 10–12 minutes.
  • Stir the coating sugar and cinnamon together in a shallow bowl.
  • Toss warm bites with melted butter, then roll in cinnamon sugar to coat on all sides. Serve warm.

Notes

Try a vanilla sugar twist by adding 1 tsp vanilla bean paste to the melted coating butter. For a glaze, whisk 1/2 cup powdered sugar with 1–2 tbsp milk and drizzle over warm bites. Store leftovers airtight at room temperature for 1 day; reheat 3–4 minutes at 350 F to refresh.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Bites flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.