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A pile of golden-brown cinnamon sugar soft pretzel bites, freshly coated and ready to be enjoyed with a creamy dipping sauce.

Cinnamon Sugar Soft Pretzel Bites

These cinnamon sugar soft pretzel bites are perfect for satisfying cravings with their chewy, golden crust and sweet cinnamon coating, paired with a creamy dip.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Rest Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 66
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 54
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soft Pretzels:
  • 2 ¼ teaspoon instant yeast For activating the dough
  • 1 ½ cups warm water Helps dissolve the yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt For flavor
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar Adds slight sweetness
  • 2 tablespoon unsalted butter melted (For moisture and richness)
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour The main ingredient for the dough
  • For the Egg Wash:
  • 1 large egg Helps brown the pretzels
  • 1 tablespoon water To thin out the egg wash
For the Baking Soda Bath:
  • 9 cups water To create the bath for pretzel bites
  • ½ cup baking soda Helps with pretzel texture and flavor
  • For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
  • ¼ cup butter melted (For coating)
  • ¾ cup sugar For sweetness
  • 3 teaspoon cinnamon Adds a warm, aromatic spice
For the Cream Cheese Dip:
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened (Base for the dip)
  • ¼ cup butter softened (Adds creaminess)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla For flavor
  • 1 ½ cups powdered sugar To sweeten the dip

Method
 

  1. Dissolve the yeast in warm water in a large mixing bowl. Stir until mostly combined.
  2. Add salt, brown sugar, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Stir to combine.
  3. Gradually add flour, 1 cup at a time, mixing until dough is thick and not sticky. Add additional flour if needed.
  4. Flour a flat surface lightly. Knead the dough for about 3 minutes and shape it into a ball.
  5. Coat a large bowl with nonstick spray and place the dough ball inside. Cover the bowl with a towel and place it in a warm area. Let it rest for 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  7. Bring 9 cups of water and ½ cup baking soda to a boil in a large pot.
  8. Divide the dough into 6 sections. Roll each section into a 20–22 inch rope.
  9. Cut each rope into 10-12 pieces, each about 1.5 inches long.
  10. Drop the pretzel bites into the baking soda bath, one rope at a time, and let them sit for 20-30 seconds. Use a slotted spoon to remove and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  11. Beat the egg and water together in a small bowl to create an egg wash. Brush the egg wash over each pretzel bite.
  12. Bake the pretzel bites in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
  13. Combine sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. dip each pretzel bite in melted butter, then coat in cinnamon sugar mixture. Repeat for all bites.
  14. To make the cream cheese dip, beat together softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until fully combined.
  15. If the dip is too thick, add milk ½ tablespoon at a time until smooth. Reheat in the microwave for 20 seconds if necessary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 54kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 323mgPotassium: 15mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 40IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These sweet and soft pretzel bites are perfect for dipping and sharing. Whether for a snack or dessert, the cinnamon sugar coating adds the perfect finishing touch!

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