Tasty Soft Pretzel Bites Recipe No Yeast Easy Crispy Homemade Snack
A quick and easy no-yeast soft pretzel bites recipe that yields crispy outside and soft, chewy inside snacks perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: About 8 servings (approximately 8 pretzel bites per serving) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt (for dough)
- Coarse kosher salt for sprinkling
- 4 tablespoons (57 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup (180 ml) warm milk (whole or 2%, dairy-free alternatives okay)
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Optional: garlic powder or cinnamon sugar for flavor twists
- Optional: cheese or herbs folded into dough or sprinkled on top
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1 teaspoon salt.
- Add 4 tablespoons melted butter and 3/4 cup warm milk to the dry ingredients. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Lightly flour a clean surface and knead the dough about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Divide dough into 4 equal parts. Roll each into a long rope about 1/2 inch thick. Cut each rope into 1-inch pieces.
- Place bites on the prepared baking sheet spaced about 1 inch apart. Brush each bite with beaten egg.
- Sprinkle coarse kosher salt generously over the pretzel bites while the egg wash is still wet.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until deep golden brown and crisp.
- Remove from oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use warm milk (not hot) to preserve baking soda effectiveness. Keep dough ropes consistent thickness for even baking. Brushing egg wash is essential for golden crust. Sprinkle coarse salt generously for authentic flavor. Dough can be chilled 15 minutes before rolling if sticky. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend with xanthan gum and add extra 1/4 teaspoon baking powder.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 8 pretzel bite
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 27
- Protein: 5
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