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cheese stuffed pretzels

cheese stuffed pretzels

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 pretzels 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Cheese stuffed pretzels are the perfect cozy snack combining warm, golden pretzel dough with rich, gooey melted cheese inside. Ideal as a hearty appetizer or fun party treat, these soft pretzels feature a signature crispy crust achieved by boiling in a baking soda bath before baking. Customize with your favorite cheeses, herbs, or add-ins for a versatile, indulgent flavor experience everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups warm water (about 110°F / 43°C)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 10 cups water (for boiling)
  • 2/3 cup baking soda
  • Coarse salt, for sprinkling

Filling

  • 1 1/2 cups creamy melting cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, pepper jack, or blend)

Finishing

  • 4 tablespoons melted butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Activate the yeast by dissolving it with sugar in warm water and letting it sit until bubbly, about 5-10 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt, then gradually add the yeast mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead gently on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  2. Shape the Pretzels: Punch down the risen dough and divide it into equal portions. Flatten each portion, place a generous amount of room temperature cheese in the center, then fold the dough over and pinch tightly to fully seal the cheese inside. Roll each piece into classic pretzel twists or simple logs as desired.
  3. Boil the Pretzels: Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Bring 10 cups of water and baking soda to a boil in a large pot. Carefully dip each shaped pretzel into the boiling baking soda bath for about 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Bake to Golden Perfection: Bake the pretzels in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until they are golden brown and crusty on the outside, and the cheese inside has melted.
  5. Butter and Serve: Immediately brush the hot pretzels with melted butter for shine and added moisture. Sprinkle with coarse salt while warm. Serve pretzels warm to enjoy the melty cheese center and crispy crust.

Notes

  • Seal the dough edges tightly around the cheese to prevent leakage during baking.
  • Use room temperature cheese for even melting inside the pretzel.
  • Boiling pretzels in baking soda water is essential for the authentic pretzel crust and flavor.
  • Brush with butter immediately after baking for a glossy finish and richer taste.
  • Allow pretzels to cool slightly before serving to let the cheese set and avoid burns while keeping it melty.
  • Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pretzel
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

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