Studying for finals or working on a tough project deadline can be mentally consuming. I like having some good go-to snacks for such occasions and pretzel bites are of my favorite ones to make. This recipe is super easy, quick and the product is immensely satisfying. I love both the salted and cinnamon sugar variety just as much!

Ingredients (Pretzel Bites)

• 1 ½ cups water, lukewarm
• 1/2 tbsp salt
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 packet active dry yeast
• 4 ½ cups flour
• 3 tablespoons oil
• ⅔ cup baking soda
• 1 egg
• sea salt
• 2 tsp cinnamon + 6 tbsp sugar

Method

Prep Time: 90 min

Cook Time: 10-15 min

Serves (13-15)

1. In a bowl, mix water, salt, and sugar; add yeast, and let rest until foamy. Then, add flour and 2 tablespoons of oil, and mix thoroughly until a dough forms.
2. Remove the dough and use the remaining oil to cover the bowl; cover with plastic wrap and leave in a warm place for 1 hour until risen.
3. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Cut dough bit size pieces and keep aside.  Add baking soda to a large pot of water, and bring to a boil. Boil each pretzel for 30 seconds.
4. Transfer pretzels to a baking sheet, brush with egg washing bake for 10-15 minutes, until golden brown.
5. Dust with sea salt or roll in a cinnamon sugar mixture.
6. Serve and enjoy fresh!