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Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Bites with Easy Homemade Cream Cheese Dip

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Soft, chewy pretzel bites coated in sweet cinnamon sugar and served with a dreamy, tangy cream cheese dip. This easy, crowd-pleasing treat is perfect for parties, brunch, or cozy movie nights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (one 0.25 oz packet)
  • 1 1/2 cups warm water (about 110°F)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup baking soda
  • 9 cups water
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for coating)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk (any kind)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add melted butter and salt to the yeast mixture. Gradually stir in flour, about 1 cup at a time, until dough comes together and is slightly tacky.
  3. Knead dough on a lightly floured surface for 3-4 minutes (or use a stand mixer with dough hook for 2-3 minutes).
  4. Shape dough into a ball, place in bowl, cover with towel or plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled, about 30-40 minutes.
  5. Punch down dough and transfer to floured counter. Divide into 6-8 pieces, roll each into a rope (12 inches long, ¾ inch thick), and cut into 1-inch pieces.
  6. Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large pot, bring 9 cups water to a boil and carefully add baking soda.
  7. Working in batches, drop pretzel bites into boiling baking soda bath for 20-30 seconds. Remove with slotted spoon and place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
  8. Bake pretzel bites for 10-12 minutes, until golden brown.
  9. While warm, dip each bite in melted butter, then toss in cinnamon sugar mixture (1/2 cup sugar + 2 teaspoons cinnamon).
  10. For the dip: In a small bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, milk, and a pinch of salt until smooth and fluffy.
  11. Serve pretzel bites warm with cream cheese dip on the side.

Notes

For gluten-free, use a 1:1 baking blend. For dairy-free, swap butter and cream cheese for vegan alternatives. Don’t over-boil in the baking soda bath to avoid metallic taste. Dough can be made ahead and chilled overnight. Air fryer option: cook at 350°F for 6-8 minutes. Store bites in airtight container up to 2 days; dip keeps in fridge for 4 days.

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