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Cozy Baseball Stadium Pretzel Bites Recipe with Easy Creamy Cheese Sauce

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These cozy baseball stadium pretzel bites are soft, chewy, and perfect for game-day snacks, paired with a creamy, dreamy cheese sauce that adds the perfect indulgent touch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (300 g)
  • 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (one packet)
  • 1 cup warm water (240 ml, about 110°F / 43°C)
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ¼ cup baking soda (60 ml)
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (42 g)
  • Coarse sea salt for sprinkling
  • 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (170 g)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened (115 g)
  • 1 cup milk (240 ml, whole or 2%)
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ¼ tsp dry mustard powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup warm water and 2 tablespoons granulated sugar. Sprinkle active dry yeast on top. Let sit for 5–7 minutes until foamy.
  2. Make the dough: Add flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir until shaggy dough forms. Knead on floured surface for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  3. First rise: Lightly grease the mixing bowl, place dough inside, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 45 minutes to 1 hour until doubled in size.
  4. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat.
  5. Prepare baking soda bath: Bring about 10 cups water to a boil in a large pot. Carefully add ¼ cup baking soda.
  6. Shape pretzel bites: Punch down dough, roll into 1-inch thick rope, cut into 1-inch pieces.
  7. Boil pretzel bites: Drop 6–8 pieces at a time into boiling baking soda water for 30 seconds. Remove with slotted spoon and place on baking sheet.
  8. Brush pretzel bites with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse sea salt. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Make cheese sauce: In medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk milk, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, dry mustard powder, salt, and pepper. Heat until smooth and warm.
  10. Lower heat and gradually stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy. Keep warm.
  11. Serve pretzel bites warm with creamy cheese sauce for dipping.

Notes

Use a baking soda bath to achieve the classic pretzel crust. Activate yeast in water about 110°F to avoid killing it. Add cheese slowly at low heat to prevent clumping. Dough can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated. For vegan or gluten-free options, substitute ingredients accordingly.

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