Description
Indulge in the irresistible delight of homemade soft pretzels paired with a rich hard cider cheese dip. These golden-brown pretzels are soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor, making them the perfect snack for any occasion. Whether it’s game day or a cozy movie night, this easy recipe will impress your friends and family. Serve them warm for an unforgettable experience that will leave everyone asking for more!
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F)
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp coarse sea salt
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup hard cider
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- Freshly cracked pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle yeast on top; let sit until frothy (about 5 minutes).
- Add Flour and Knead: Gradually incorporate flour and salt into the yeast mixture. Knead gently until smooth (5-7 minutes).
- Let It Rise: Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled (about 1 hour).
- Shape Pretzels: Punch down risen dough, divide into 8 pieces, roll into ropes, and twist into pretzel shapes.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 425°F. Boil water with baking soda briefly; dip each pretzel before baking on parchment-lined trays for about 12-15 minutes.
- Create Cheese Dip: While pretzels bake, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour, then gradually whisk in hard cider until thickened.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel with cheese dip (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg