Name: Soft Pretzel Bites
Prep time: 1 h 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Ingredients: 1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast (2–1/4 teaspoons); 1 tablespoon granulated sugar; 1 cup warm water (110°F); 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted & slightly cooled; 2–1/2 cups all-purpose or bread flour; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 7 cups water; 1/3 cup baking soda; 2 large eggs; 2 teaspoons water; coarse sea salt, for sprinkling

Description

With a crisp, salty outside and dense, chewy inside, these Soft Pretzel Bites with Cheese Sauce elevate snack time. From-scratch pretzels and melty cheese make a snack the whole family will love!

Ingredients

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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 cup milk, plus more if needed
8 ounces deluxe American cheese slices, cut into smaller pieces

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Instructions

Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and then slowly whisk in the milk. Continue whisking until it comes to a slight simmer. Reduce the heat to low. Add in the cheese and stir frequently until melted.
Serve immediately or keep warm over low heat so it stays melty until you’re ready to serve it. Whisk in additional milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, if the cheese sauce starts to thicken.