Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Bites
Delightful soft and chewy pretzel bites coated in cinnamon sugar, perfect for snacking or sharing.
Ingredients
For the Cinnamon Sugar Mixture
- ¾ cup sugar Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon Adjust to taste
For the Pretzel Dough
- 2 pounds pizza dough Store-bought or homemade, at room temperature
- ⅓ cup baking soda For boiling the dough
- 1 large egg Beaten, for brushing
- ¼ cup unsalted butter Melted
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 450 degrees F (232 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, combine sugar and cinnamon; set this mixture aside.
- On a lightly floured surface, cut the dough into 4 equal strips. Roll each strip into a long rope, about 12-14 inches in length, and then cut each rope into 1-inch pieces.
Cooking
- In a medium saucepan, heat 6 cups of water and add the baking soda. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- In batches, drop the dough pieces into the boiling water. Let them cook until they puff slightly and get dimples (about 30 seconds). Then, remove them with a slotted spoon and drain well.
- Place the dough pieces onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1/2-inch space between them. Brush each piece with the beaten egg.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 9-12 minutes.
- Once baked, combine the warm pretzel bites with the melted butter and cinnamon-sugar mixture until each piece is evenly coated.
Notes
Best served warm. Can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days or frozen for longer storage. Reheat in the oven when ready to serve.