Auntie Anne's Pretzel Bites (8K/month searches)

Nutrition Facts

Instructions

1. 11. Activate yeast by combining warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit until foamy, about 5 minutes.
2. 22. Mix flour and kosher salt in a large stand mixer. Create a well in the center and pour in yeast mixture and melted butter.
3. 33. Knead dough using dough hook attachment for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Surface should be slightly tacky but not sticky.
4. 44. Transfer dough to lightly oiled bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in warm area until doubled, approximately 1 hour.
5. 55. Punch down dough and divide into 1-inch bite-sized pieces. Roll each piece into small ball.
6. 66. Prepare water bath: Bring 8 cups water and baking soda to rolling boil in large pot.
7. 77. Briefly bathe pretzel bites in baking soda solution (3-4 seconds each), then place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
8. 88. Brush bites with beaten egg wash and sprinkle generously with coarse sea salt.
9. 99. Bake at 450°F for 12-14 minutes until deep golden brown and puffy.