![]() Continue until all pretzel bites are done. Use slotted spoon to remove pretzels from water and place on baking sheet.Place 1 inch pieces into boiling water about 15 at a time, boil for 45 seconds.Roll each section into ½ inch thick rope.Use a serrated bread knife to cut dough into 4 evenly sized pieces.The water will foam as the baking soda is added. Bring 2 quarts water to a boil in a large pan and carefully stir in baking soda.Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Line two large cookie sheets with parchment paper. Knead dough with hook for about 3 minutes, until smooth and elastic.Gradually add flour (1/2 cup at a time) and table salt until dough pulls away from sides of bowl and it forms a firm ball (depending on humidity you may not need all the flour).In a large stand mixer bowl combine ¼ cup warm water with yeast and stir to dissolve. Stir in remaining warm water and honey.It’s a fun weekend dinner that indulges junk food cravings in a healthy way. I love serve soft pretzels with chunks of cheese, sliced apples and our favorite vegetable tray. (One order of pretzel bites at our local movie theater is $6.75, this recipe makes three times as much for less than a third of the price!) These better-for-you treats are also much easier on the wallet. Our family love soft pretzels… pillows of soft, chewy dough with just enough salt to tempt your taste buds. none of the excess fat, sugar, and artificial ingredients in most commercial junk food. Making your own “junk” food means YOU control the ingredients. I’ve come up with a mind and stomach compromise: I make my own junk food. My stomach says “Yes, yes, yes” while my mind says “Oh no you don’t!” ![]() My mind and my stomach don’t agree on junk food indulgences. My favorite is soft pretzels with cheese sauce. I’m All-American when it comes to junk food → I love the classic salty, tasty treats that are traditionally served at baseball ball parks and carnivals. Looking for a healthier junk food treat? Try this easy recipe for homemade soft pretzel bites. ![]()
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