Description
These Easy Sourdough Pretzel Bites combine tangy sourdough flavor with soft, chewy interiors and golden brown crusts. You can use active starter or discard to make bite sized savory pretzels topped with coarse salt or sweet cinnamon sugar. Perfect for family nights, game day gatherings, or casual parties, these little bites are simple enough for beginners and forgiving in technique. With minimal ingredients and basic tools, you can mix, knead, shape, boil, and bake in just a few steps, then finish with butter and your choice of toppings for irresistible homemade snacks.
Ingredients
Instructions
1. In a bowl combine sourdough starter, warm water, and brown sugar until dissolved
2. Add flour and salt and mix until a soft dough forms
3. Knead dough for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic
4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rest at room temperature for 1–2 hours until puffy
5. On a floured surface roll dough into 3/4 inch ropes and cut into 1 inch pieces
6. Bring a pot of water to a gentle boil and stir in baking soda
7. Boil dough pieces in batches for 20–30 seconds then remove with a slotted spoon
8. Arrange boiled bites on a parchment lined baking sheet
9. Brush bites with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse salt for savory or bake plain then toss with cinnamon sugar for sweet
10. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes until golden brown
11. Let cool slightly before serving
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 bites
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