Description
Warm and gooey Cinnamon Pretzel Bites coated in cinnamon sugar, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tsp. granulated sugar
- 1 1/4 tsp. active dry yeast
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for surface dusting
- Kosher salt
- Cooking spray
- 1/2 cup baking soda
- 3 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 4 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 2 oz. cream cheese
- 2 Tbsp. whole milk
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: In a medium bowl, stir 1 tsp. of granulated sugar and 3/4 cup of warm water until dissolved. Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the mixture and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes foamy.
- Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and 3/4 tsp. of kosher salt. Carefully scrape the yeast mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a clean surface and knead it for about 5 minutes, until it’s smooth and elastic.
- Let It Rise: Lightly spray a bowl with cooking spray, place the dough in it, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm spot until doubled, about 1 to 1.5 hours.
- Prepare for Baking: Preheat your oven to 450°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Shape the Dough: Once the dough has risen, divide it into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope and cut it into 1-inch nuggets.
- Boil the Bites: Bring a large pot of water to a boil, then carefully stir in the baking soda. Gently drop the nuggets into the boiling water, allowing them to cook for about 30 seconds until they are light golden.
- Bake: Using a slotted spoon, transfer the boiled nuggets to the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until they are deep golden brown.
- Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: While they’re still warm, toss the nuggets in melted butter, ensuring they are well-coated, and then sprinkle over the sugar and cinnamon mixture.
- Make the Frosting: Whisk together the confectioners’ sugar, cream cheese, and milk until smooth.
- Serve these warm, delicious Cinnamon Pretzel Bites with the creamy frosting.
Notes
These pretzel bites are best enjoyed warm and can be frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg