cheddar pretzel honey mustard dip (Printable)

Cheddar-stuffed pretzel bites with honey mustard dip. Irresistible for parties and easy snacking.

# Components:

→ Pretzel Dough

01 - 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 packet instant yeast
03 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
05 - 1 1/4 cups warm water
06 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

→ Filling and Topping

07 - 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
08 - 1/2 cup baking soda
09 - 8 cups water
10 - 1 large egg, beaten
11 - 1 tablespoon coarse salt

→ Honey Mustard Dip

12 - 1/3 cup Dijon mustard
13 - 1/4 cup pure honey
14 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
15 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

# Method:

01 - Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a large mixing bowl; let stand until frothy, about 5 minutes.
02 - Add flour, salt, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Mix to form a shaggy dough, knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth.
03 - Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and allow dough to rise in a warm area until doubled in size, approximately 1 hour.
04 - Divide dough into equal pieces; flatten each and fill with cheddar cheese. Seal each piece into a ball shape.
05 - Bring 8 cups of water and baking soda to a boil. Using a slotted spoon, briefly dip each pretzel bite in the bath for 30 seconds.
06 - Arrange pretzel bites on parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse salt.
07 - Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown and cheese is melted.
08 - Whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, mayonnaise, and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.
09 - Serve warm pretzel bites alongside honey mustard dip for dipping.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses simple ingredients you already have in your pantry
  • Quick snack that can be prepped ahead for parties
  • Fun to make with kids shaping and rolling the dough is a blast
  • Irresistibly cheesy with a salty pretzel crust
  • Pair perfectly with the sweet heat of homemade honey mustard
02 -
  • High in protein and calcium thanks to cheddar cheese
  • Freezes well just wrap tightly and reheat straight from frozen
  • Great for feeding a crowd with little hands involved in shaping
03 -
  • Always press the cheese completely inside and pinch seams closed to avoid leaks
  • Use parchment on your baking tray for easy cleanup and perfect crust
  • Let the dough rise in a warm humid spot for the fluffiest texture
  • If you love spice sprinkle a little smoked paprika or chili flakes on top before baking

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