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Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Bites

These Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Bites are soft, pillowy, and coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar mix, paired with a luscious cream cheese dipping sauce. Perfect as a party snack, dessert, or cozy weekend treat, they’re a fun twist on classic soft pretzels.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rise Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 10
Calories: 270
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pretzel Dough:
  • 1½ cups warm water about 110°F / 43°C
  • 3 tbsp light brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted and cooled
  • 2¼ tsp 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 2 tsp fine salt
  • 4½ –5 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
  • 1 large egg beaten with 1 tbsp water (egg wash)
For the Baking Soda Bath:
  • 12 cups water
  • ½ cup baking soda
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted and cooled
For the Cream Cheese Dipping Sauce:
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 –2 tbsp milk

Method
 

  1. Mix warm water, brown sugar, butter, and yeast. Let rest until frothy.
  2. Add salt and flour. Knead until smooth. Let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
  3. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment.
  4. Bring water and baking soda to a boil. Cut dough into 1-inch pieces and boil for 30 seconds.
  5. Place bites on baking sheets, brush with egg wash, and bake 15–20 minutes until golden.
  6. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/cinnamon-sugar-pretzel-bites/

Notes

  • Be careful not to overcrowd the boiling pot—boil the bites in small batches.
  • The egg wash gives them a beautiful golden crust.
  • Best enjoyed warm, fresh from the oven.