These warm and pillowy pretzels Recipe
These warm and pillowy pretzels are filled with gooey melted mozzarella, making them an irresistible treat for any cheese lover.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: 8
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Dough:
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
Mozzarella Filling:
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, cut into small cubes
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary leaves
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Baking Soda Bath:
- 4 cups water
- 1/4 cup baking soda
Topping:
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh rosemary leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy. Add flour and salt, knead until smooth.
- Rise the Dough: Cover and let the dough rest for 30-45 minutes until doubled in size.
- Prepare Filling: Combine mozzarella, rosemary, and Parmesan.
- Shape Pretzels: Divide dough, roll into ropes, add filling, seal, and shape into pretzels.
- Boil Pretzels: Boil in water and baking soda bath briefly.
- Bake: Sprinkle with cheese, bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden.
- Serve: Cool slightly before enjoying.
Notes
- For added flavor, brush with melted butter before serving.
- Customize with red pepper flakes for spice.
- Use lighter cheeses for a lower-fat option.
- Best enjoyed warm for optimal taste and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 292
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 2372mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 21mg
