Soft Pretzel Pizza Bites
A Fun & Flavorful Twist on Pizza Night!
Craving the chewy goodness of a soft pretzel and the satisfying taste of pizza? Look no further! These Soft Pretzel Pizza Bites are the perfect mashup of two beloved classics. Imagine sinking your teeth into a golden-brown, slightly salty pretzel exterior, only to discover a warm, cheesy center bursting with savory pepperoni and a hint of Parmesan.
This recipe guides you through creating your own soft pretzel dough from scratch, resulting in irresistibly tender bites. Each little ball is lovingly filled with diced pepperoni and a cube of melty mozzarella, then given a quick dip in a baking soda bath for that signature pretzel chew. Finally, a brush of egg wash and a sprinkle of coarse sea salt ensure a beautiful golden crust.
Whether you're looking for a fun appetizer, a crowd-pleasing snack, or a playful twist on pizza night, these Soft Pretzel Pizza Bites are guaranteed to be a hit. Serve them warm with your favorite marinara sauce for dipping and watch them disappear!
Time-saving tip: In a rush? Skip the homemade dough and use store-bought pizza dough to jump straight to filling and baking these delightful little bites!
Ingredients:
- 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (approximately 110 degrees F)
- 4 1/2 to 5 cups all-purpose flour, divided'
- 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 36 slices pepperoni, diced
- 1 pound (16 ounces) Mozzarella cheese, cut into 36 cubes
- 1 1/2 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated (1/2 cup)
- 3 quarts water
- 2/3 cup baking soda
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- Coarse sea salt
- Marinara sauce, warmed
Instructions:
| 1. Heat oven to 450°F. Line rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper. |
| 2. Dissolve yeast and brown sugar in warm water in the bowl of a stand mixer. Let stand for 5-6 minutes or until foamy. |
| 3. Add 4 1/2 cups flour and salt; beat on low speed until mixture is combined. Add butter. Beat on medium speed until dough begins to pull away from sides of bowl. Add remaining flour, a tablespoon at a time, until a soft dough forms. Remove dough from bowl. Shape into a ball. |
| 4. Divide dough into 36 equal pieces; roll into balls. Flatten balls into disks. Place a diced pepperoni and a mozzarella cube into center of each; sprinkle with parmesan. Seal dough around filling; roll into balls. |
| 5. Bring water and baking soda to a boil in a Dutch oven over high heat, stirring occasionally. Drop balls, a few at a time, into boiling water. Boil for 30 seconds, submerging balls in boiling water. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. |
| 6. Place balls 1 inch apart on prepared pans; brush with egg. Sprinkle with salt. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. |
| 7. Serve warm with marinara sauce. |
Tips:
Short on time? Use store bought pizza dough and start at step 4 for an easy, delicious dinner!
1 comment
Great pretzel recipe