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Cheese-Stuffed Pretzels

Cheese-Stuffed Pretzels: Warm, Chewy Bliss at Home

These Cheese-Stuffed Pretzels are warm, chewy snacks filled with gooey cheese, perfect for gatherings and customizations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rising Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 pretzels
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups Warm Water Filtered water for best results
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Check for freshness
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar Brown sugar for richer flavor
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat for a healthier twist
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Sea salt is a good substitute
  • 0.5 cups Baking Soda Essential for pretzel crust
  • 1 Egg Beaten, can omit for vegan
Filling and Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese Cheddar or mozzarella, or other cheeses
  • Coarse Sea Salt For sprinkling on top

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • Large Bowl
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Floured Surface
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Large pot
  • Pastry Brush
  • wire rack

Method
 

Making the Pretzels
  1. Dissolve yeast: Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a bowl and let sit until frothy.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: Whisk together flour and kosher salt in a large bowl.
  3. Combine ingredients: Gradually add flour mixture to yeast mixture, stirring until shaggy dough forms.
  4. Knead dough: Transfer to floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
  5. Let it rise: Shape into a ball, place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven: Set oven to 425°F and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Prepare baking soda bath: Boil water in a pot and stir in baking soda.
  8. Shape pretzels: Punch down dough, divide into 8 pieces, and shape into pretzels.
  9. Boil pretzels: Immerse in baking soda bath for 30 seconds per side.
  10. Stuff cheese: Cut opening on top of each pretzel and fill with cheese.
  11. Egg wash: Brush beaten egg over pretzels and sprinkle with sea salt.
  12. Bake: Place in oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  13. Cool and serve: Let cool for 5 minutes before serving with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pretzelCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for gatherings and customizable with different cheese options. Serve warm with marinara or mustard.

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