Description
These pretzel bites with beer cheese dip are a delicious and fun snack that combines warm, soft pretzel bites with a creamy, savory dip, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 1/4 cup baking soda
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup beer
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour and salt to the yeast mixture and knead until a smooth dough forms.
- Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Once the dough has risen, divide it into small pieces and roll each piece into a bite-sized ball.
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add baking soda.
- Drop the pretzel bites into the boiling water for about 30 seconds, then remove and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake the pretzel bites in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- In a saucepan, combine shredded cheese and beer over low heat, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Serve the pretzel bites warm with the beer cheese dip.
Notes
- Always opt for fresh yeast for the best rise.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (50g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 10
Keywords: pretzel bites, beer cheese dip, party snack, appetizer, game day