Description
Warm, soft pretzels paired with a creamy cheese dip create the ultimate comfort food experience. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, this delightful duo features a salty exterior that gives way to a fluffy interior. Each bite transports you back to childhood fairs filled with laughter and joy. Whether you’re enjoying them during a movie night or at a party, these pretzels are bound to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F/43°C)
- ¼ cup baking soda
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix warm water and yeast; let sit for 5 minutes.
- Gradually add flour and salt to the yeast mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
- Knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Punch down dough; divide into pieces, rolling each into ropes and twisting into pretzel shapes.
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Boil water with baking soda; boil pretzels for 30 seconds each before placing on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- For the cheese dip, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk and shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel with dip (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg