Cheese Pretzel
Get ready to elevate your snacking game with these irresistibly soft and cheesy pretzels! This Cheese Pretzel recipe combines the classic chewiness of homemade pretzels with a savory burst of cheddar cheese tucked inside each twist. Perfectly golden and topped with coarse salt, these pretzels are boiled in a baking soda solution to achieve their signature texture and flavor. Whether you’re prepping for game day, hosting a casual gathering, or simply craving a comforting treat, these pretzels are ready in under 2 hours and make an indulgent, shareable centerpiece. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce, and savor the gooey, cheesy goodness in every bite. Keywords: cheese pretzel recipe, homemade pretzels, cheddar-stuffed pretzels, soft pretzels, easy baking recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1.5 cups Warm water
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, grated
- 0.33 cup Baking soda
- 2 tablespoons Coarse salt
- 1 unit Egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 2.25 teaspoons of instant yeast, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
Add 1.5 cups of warm water and 2 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter to the dry ingredients.
Mix until the dough comes together, then knead on a floured surface for about 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope, about 20 inches long.
Flatten each rope slightly and sprinkle evenly with 1 cup of grated cheddar cheese, then roll back into a rope to enclose the cheese.
Shape each rope into a pretzel shape by forming a U and twisting the ends together twice before folding back down onto the loop.
In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water to a boil. Add 1/3 cup of baking soda.
Gently dip each pretzel into the boiling baking soda solution for about 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon to the prepared baking sheets.
In a small bowl, whisk together 1 egg yolk with 1 tablespoon of water to make an egg wash.
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.
Allow pretzels to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy your homemade cheese pretzels!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
326 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.7 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 46 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 4526 mg | 197% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 114 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 78 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
