Jalapeño Cheddar Pretzels
Soft, salty pretzels loaded with sharp cheddar and bits of fresh jalapeño for a cozy, cheesy kick. Perfect warm from the oven with your favorite dip.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cup warm water about 110°F
- 1.5 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2.25 tsp instant yeast
- 4.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 1.5 tsp fine sea salt
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder optional
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted for dough
- 1.75 cup shredded sharp cheddar
- 0.33 cup finely chopped jalapeño seeded
- 8 cup water for baking soda bath
- 0.5 cup baking soda for bath
- 3 tbsp beaten egg for wash
- 1 tbsp water for egg wash
- 1.5 tbsp coarse salt for topping
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted for brushing
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar for sprinkling, optional
- 0.25 cup thin jalapeño slices optional
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Stir warm water and sugar in a large bowl. Sprinkle in yeast and let stand until foamy, 5–10 minutes.
- Mix in flour, sea salt, and garlic powder. Add melted butter and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Fold in chopped jalapeño and shredded cheddar. Knead on a lightly floured surface until smooth, 6–8 minutes.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 45–60 minutes.
- Heat oven to 450°F. Bring 8 cups water to a boil in a wide pot, then carefully stir in baking soda.
- Divide dough into 8 pieces. Roll each into a 20–22 inch rope and twist into classic pretzel shapes.
- Boil pretzels in the baking soda bath, 25–30 seconds per side. Lift out and drain well.
- Line sheets with parchment. Whisk beaten egg with 1 tbsp water. Brush pretzels, then sprinkle coarse salt, extra cheddar, and jalapeño slices if using.
- Bake until deep golden brown, 12–14 minutes.
- Brush hot pretzels with melted butter. Cool 5 minutes and serve warm.
Notes
Swap in pepper jack for extra heat, or use pickled jalapeños for a tangy bite. Leftovers keep 2 days in an airtight container; reheat at 350°F for 6–8 minutes or freeze up to 2 months.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Jalapeño Cheddar Pretzels flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.