Description
These Cheese-Stuffed Pretzels are a delightful snack, combining the softness of homemade pretzels with gooey melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a savory treat, these pretzels are easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Filling and Topping:
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup baking soda
- 8 cups water
- 1 egg yolk, beaten with 1 tablespoon water
- Coarse salt for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Dissolve yeast in warm water, add sugar, then mix in flour, salt, and butter. Knead until smooth, let rise.
- Shape the Pretzels: Divide dough, flatten into rectangles, place cheese, roll, and shape into pretzels or logs.
- Boil and Bake: Boil in water and baking soda, then bake until golden brown and puffed.
- Serve: Enjoy warm for the best melty cheese pull.
Notes
- You can use mozzarella, pepper jack, or your favorite melting cheese.
- These freeze well—reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
