Gluten-Free Homemade Pretzel Bites
Soft, chewy, and perfectly salty, these Gluten-Free Homemade Pretzel Bites are a crowd-pleasing snack that anyone can enjoy, whether they’re gluten-sensitive or simply pretzel lovers! Made with gluten-free all-purpose flour, these golden-brown nuggets feature a rich, hearty flavor achieved with a quick yeast dough and a signature baking soda bath for authentic pretzel texture. Brushed with melted butter and sprinkled with coarse sea salt before baking, they achieve that classic pretzel-shop finish in your very own kitchen. Ready in just 40 minutes from start to finish, these pretzel bites are perfect for parties, game day, or a fun baking project with the family. Serve them warm with your favorite dips for an irresistible gluten-free treat everyone will rave about!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour
- 1 packet Active Dry Yeast
- 1.5 cups Warm Water
- 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Butter (Melted, plus extra for brushing)
- 0.25 cup Baking Soda
- 1 large Egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- to taste Coarse Sea Salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, brown sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.
Add the gluten-free flour, salt, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it for about 5 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. If necessary, add a little more flour to prevent sticking, but avoid adding too much.
Shape the dough into a ball and return it to the bowl. Cover with a clean cloth and let it rest in a warm spot for about 10 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large pot, bring about 8 cups of water to a boil. Carefully add the baking soda to the boiling water.
Divide the dough into 4 equal parts. Roll each part into a long rope, approximately 1-inch in diameter. Cut the rope into 1-inch pieces to form the pretzel bites.
Using a slotted spoon, gently place the pretzel bites into the boiling baking soda water in batches. Boil for about 30 seconds, then remove and drain them slightly on a plate lined with paper towels.
Transfer the boiled pretzel bites to the prepared baking sheet. Brush them with the beaten egg using a pastry brush.
Sprinkle coarse sea salt over the pretzel bites.
Bake them in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
Once done, remove from the oven and brush with more melted butter. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1466 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.0 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.0 g | 85% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 249 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 19496 mg | 848% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 284.7 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.6 g | ||
| Protein | 16.4 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 81 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 240 mg | 5% | |
*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.
