Description
Combining the soft, chewy texture of homemade pretzels with the bold flavors of cheddar and spicy jalapenos, these pretzel twists are perfect as a snack or appetizer and come together quickly with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups warm water
- 2 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 egg + 2 tablespoons water (for egg wash)
Dry Ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3–4 cups all-purpose flour (adjust as needed)
- 2 medium jalapenos, seeded and finely minced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
For the Baking Soda Bath:
- 4 cups very hot water
- 1/4 cup baking soda
Toppings:
- Coarse salt for sprinkling
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing after baking)
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Activate the Yeast: In a stand mixer bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it stand for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Mix the Dough: Add salt and 3 cups of flour to the yeast mixture, mixing until incorporated. Add jalapenos and cheddar cheese, mixing well. Gradually add remaining flour until the dough is slightly tacky but soft.
- Prepare the Baking Soda Water Bath: In a large bowl, dissolve baking soda in hot water.
- Shape the Pretzels: Divide dough into 4 parts. Roll each into a log, cut each log into 3 pieces. Roll each piece into an 18-24 inch rope, twist into a pretzel shape.
- Dip and Coat the Pretzels: Dip each pretzel into the baking soda solution for 30 seconds. Return to the baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and sprinkle with coarse salt.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.
- Final Touches: Remove from oven, cool slightly, and brush with melted butter.
Notes
- Serving Size: Makes 12 pretzel twists.
- Nutrition (per twist): 220 kcal.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel twist
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg