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Pretzels and Cheese Dip

Homemade Pretzels and Cheese Dip for Irresistible Snacks

This delicious recipe for Pretzels and Cheese Dip combines soft pretzels and creamy cheese dip for a perfect snack.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pretzels
  • 3-4 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with bread flour if needed.
  • 1 packet Instant Rise Yeast
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Adds sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use coarse salt for extra crunch.
  • 1/4 cup Baking Soda For boiling water.
  • 1 large Egg (beaten) For egg wash.
  • 4 tablespoons Butter (melted) Infuses richness.
For the Cheese Dip
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese The star ingredient.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Use full-fat for richness.
  • 2 tablespoons Flour (for cheese sauce) To thicken the dip.
  • Optional Flavorings Jalapeños, hot sauce, mustard, etc.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Yeast Mixture: Combine yeast with lukewarm water and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients: Whisk melted butter, brown sugar, and salt with the yeast mixture.
  3. Add Flour: Gradually add flour until thick dough forms.
  4. Knead Dough: Knead on a floured surface for 2 minutes until smooth, then let it rest covered for 10 minutes.
  5. Preheat Oven: Preheat to 425°F (220°C) and line baking sheets with parchment.
  6. Boil Dough Bites: Cut dough into pieces, boil in water with baking soda for 20 seconds.
  7. Bake: Place boiled bites on sheets, brush with egg, salt, and bake for 12-15 minutes.
  8. Make Cheese Dip: Heat milk and butter, whisk in flour, then add cheese gradually until smooth.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pretzel with dipCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 10gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover pretzels in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Cheese dip can be refrigerated for about 5 days.

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