Description
These delicious Cheese-Stuffed Pretzels are soft, warm, and filled with gooey mozzarella cheese. Perfect for snacking or serving at parties, they can be dipped in marinara or cheese sauce for an extra burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Pretzels:
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F to 115°F)
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups water (for boiling)
- 1/4 cup baking soda
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (cubed or shredded)
- For the Topping:
- 1 egg yolk, beaten with 1 tablespoon water (egg wash)
- Coarse salt, for sprinkling
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- Fresh parsley or dried herbs (optional)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the dough:
In a large bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy. Gradually add flour and salt, stirring until the dough starts to come together. Knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size. - Shape the pretzels:
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Punch down the risen dough, divide into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope, flatten slightly, and place a few pieces of cheese along the center. Fold over and pinch edges tightly to seal. - Form pretzel shapes:
Twist each filled dough rope into a traditional pretzel shape or keep them as simple twists. - Boil the pretzels:
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water and 1/4 cup of baking soda to a boil. Drop each pretzel into the boiling water for about 20-30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on the prepared baking sheet. - Add toppings:
Brush each pretzel with the egg wash and sprinkle with coarse salt. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and puffy. - Serve:
After baking, brush with melted butter and sprinkle with grated Parmesan and fresh parsley or herbs if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- These pretzels are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven.
- For added flavor, consider experimenting with different types of cheese.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg