Pretzel Dogs
Transform your favorite ballpark snack into a crowd-pleasing homemade treat with this irresistible Pretzel Dogs recipe! Featuring soft, buttery pretzel dough wrapped around juicy hot dogs, these golden-brown delights combine the best of chewy pretzels and classic comfort food. The process involves a quick yeast dough that’s boiled in a baking soda bath to achieve that signature pretzel texture and flavor, followed by a quick bake for a perfectly crisp exterior. Ready in under an hour, these Pretzel Dogs are perfect for game-day parties, family dinners, or a fun weekend cooking project. Customize with a sprinkle of coarse salt and serve them warm with mustard, cheese sauce, or your favorite dips for a snack that’s sure to delight both kids and adults.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Warm water
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) Active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 8 Hot dogs
- 0.666 cup Baking soda
- 1 Large egg
- 2 tablespoons Coarse salt (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Stir gently and let sit for 5 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy.
Add the flour, salt, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Mix to combine, then knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise for about 30 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope long enough to wrap around a hot dog several times.
Wrap the dough ropes around each hot dog, pinching the ends to seal tightly. Place the wrapped hot dogs on the prepared baking sheets.
In a large pot, bring about 10 cups of water to a simmer. Slowly add the baking soda, one tablespoon at a time, and stir to dissolve.
Using a slotted spoon, gently place each pretzel-wrapped hot dog into the simmering water for about 30 seconds. Remove and place back onto the baking sheets.
In a small bowl, beat the egg with a tablespoon of water to create an egg wash. Brush the egg wash over each pretzel dog and sprinkle with coarse salt, if desired.
Bake the pretzel dogs in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces, such as mustard or cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3046 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.9 g | 149% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.6 g | 233% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 463 mg | 154% | |
| Sodium | 59519 mg | 2588% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 391.3 g | 142% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.7 g | ||
| Protein | 90.3 g | 181% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 202 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 28.5 mg | 158% | |
| Potassium | 731 mg | 16% | |
*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.
