Soft Pretzel Bites
Soft pretzel bites made from biscuit dough, featuring a golden, slightly crisp exterior and a tender interior, finished with a sprinkle of coarse salt for a perfect snack.
Equipment
- 1 baking sheet lined with parchment paper
- 1 large pot for boiling baking soda water
- 1 slotted spoon
- 1 small bowl for egg wash
- 1 whisk
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 1 can Pillsbury biscuit dough
- 1/4 cup baking soda
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- coarse salt to sprinkle
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Separate the biscuit dough and roll each biscuit into a small rope; cut each rope into 4 equal pieces.
- Fill a large pot halfway with water and bring it to a boil; carefully stir in the baking soda once boiling.
- Working in small batches, drop the dough pieces into the boiling baking soda water and boil for 15 seconds on each side.
- Use a slotted spoon to transfer the boiled dough pieces onto the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to make an egg wash.
- Brush the egg wash over each dough piece and immediately sprinkle with coarse salt.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
Notes
- Use room temperature biscuit dough for easier rolling.
- Boil dough quickly to get a chewy crust.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Reheat in the oven for best texture.