# Ingredient List:
→ Dough
01 - 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
03 - 1 1/4 cups warm water (110°F)
04 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon salt
06 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
→ Cheese Filling
07 - 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into 32 small cubes
08 - 2 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 32 small cubes
→ Baking Soda Bath
09 - 1/2 cup baking soda
10 - 8 cups water
→ Garlic Butter Topping
11 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
12 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
14 - 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt
# Recipe Steps:
01 - In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Allow mixture to rest for 5 minutes until foamy.
02 - Add melted butter and salt to the yeast mixture. Gradually incorporate flour and knead by hand or with a dough hook for 5 to 7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
03 - Cover the dough with a towel and let it rise in a warm environment for 45 minutes, or until it doubles in size.
04 - Preheat the oven to 425°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
05 - Divide the dough into 32 equal pieces. Flatten each piece, enclose one cube each of mozzarella and cheddar cheese in the center, then pinch the dough tightly to seal.
06 - In a large saucepan, bring 8 cups of water and baking soda to a rolling boil.
07 - Working in batches, submerge the stuffed dough pieces into the boiling baking soda bath for 20 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and arrange them on the prepared baking sheets.
08 - Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown.
09 - While baking, mix melted butter, minced garlic, and parsley if using.
10 - Brush the hot pretzel bites generously with the garlic butter mixture and sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Serve warm.
