Description
Soft, homemade pretzels stuffed with spicy buffalo cheese and topped with everything bagel seasoning. Perfect for game day or a savory snack.
Ingredients
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- For the Dough:
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- For the Filling:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup buffalo hot sauce (such as Frank's RedHot)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- For the Bath and Topping:
- 10 cups water
- 2/3 cup baking soda
- 1 large egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water (egg wash)
- 3 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
Instructions
- Make the dough: In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let stand 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a large bowl or stand mixer, whisk together flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and melted butter; mix until a dough forms. Knead on a floured surface 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1 hour until doubled.
- Make the filling: In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Stir in cheddar, buffalo sauce, and garlic powder until combined. Refrigerate until needed.
- Preheat oven to 425°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Bring 10 cups water and baking soda to a boil in a large pot.
- Punch down dough and divide into 8 equal pieces. On a lightly floured surface, roll each piece into a 10-inch rope. Flatten each rope into a 3-inch-wide strip.
- Spoon about 2 tablespoons of cheese filling down the center of each strip. Pinch edges tightly to seal, forming a log. Shape each log into a pretzel twist, tucking ends under.
- Drop each pretzel into the boiling baking soda bath for 30 seconds per side. Remove with a slotted spoon, drain briefly, and place on prepared baking sheets.
- Brush each pretzel with egg wash and sprinkle generously with everything bagel seasoning.
- Bake 12-15 minutes until deep golden brown. Cool on wire racks 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra heat, add 1 tablespoon more buffalo sauce to the filling. Pretzels are best served warm. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days, reheat in oven at 350°F for 5 minutes.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 9g