Cheesy Garlic Soft Pretzels: Irresistibly Delicious Snack!
These Cheesy Garlic Soft Pretzels combine warm, soft pretzels with the savory allure of garlic and cheese. Perfect for any occasion, they are sure to delight your taste buds!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Yeast
- Warm water
- Salt
- Cheese (shredded mozzarella, cheddar, or a blend)
- Garlic (fresh minced)
- Baking soda
- Butter (for brushing on top after baking)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it’s frothy.
- Stir in the flour and salt until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
- While the dough rises, mix together the shredded cheese and minced garlic in a bowl, setting it aside.
- After the dough has risen, preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Divide the dough into equal portions (about 8). Roll each piece into a long rope, then shape it into a pretzel, ensuring to leave a small opening for the cheese filling.
- Carefully unroll the pretzel shape, place a generous amount of the cheese mixture inside, and then reshape it. Pinch the ends to seal the filling inside.
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add baking soda. Boil each pretzel for about 30 seconds on each side, then remove and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the pretzels with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse salt. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your Cheesy Garlic Soft Pretzels warm, and watch them disappear!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: Experiment with flavors by adding herbs like oregano or basil to the cheese mixture. Use a thermometer to ensure optimal yeast activation at 110°F (43°C). Mixing cheeses can enhance flavor, and don't skip the boiling step for the classic pretzel texture.