Description
Delightful soft pretzel bites made from sourdough discard, perfect for snacks or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sourdough discard
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup baking soda
- Flaky sea salt for topping
- Butter for brushing (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sourdough discard, warm water, sugar, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Gradually add flour until a soft dough forms (3 1/2 to 4 cups depending on humidity).
- Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.
- Let the dough rest for 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the dough into a long rope and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- In a pot, bring water to a boil and add the baking soda.
- Boil the pretzel bites in batches for 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon and place on the baking sheet.
- Brush with melted butter and sprinkle flaky sea salt on top.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Serve with various dips like cheese dip, mustard, or herbed ranch. Can be stored at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 5mg