Sourdough Discard Pretzel Bites (Printable Version)
Soft pretzel bites crafted with sourdough discard, boiled and baked to golden perfection with savory toppings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dough
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1 cup plus 2 tablespoons warm water
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1 tablespoon dark or light brown sugar
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1 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
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3/4 cup sourdough discard, unfed, at room temperature
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4 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons kosher salt
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
→ Boiling Bath
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10 cups water
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2/3 cup baking soda
→ Topping
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1 egg yolk beaten with 1 tablespoon water (egg wash)
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Flaky sea salt
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Everything bagel seasoning
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Combine warm water and brown sugar in mixer bowl fitted with dough hook. Sprinkle yeast on top and let sit for 5 minutes until foaming.
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Add sourdough discard, flour, and salt to yeast mixture. On low speed, slowly add melted butter and mix. Increase to medium speed and knead 4-5 minutes until smooth, adjusting flour or water as needed.
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Shape dough into a ball and transfer to a large oiled bowl. Cover and let rise about 1 hour until doubled in size.
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Line two half-sheet pans with parchment paper or silicone mats and set aside.
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Turn dough onto dry surface and divide into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a 12-14 inch rope, cut into 1.5-inch pieces, and roll into quarter-sized balls. Place on baking sheets and cover.
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Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). In a large pot, combine water and baking soda and heat until boiling, adding baking soda before water boils.
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Boil bites in the baking soda water for 30 seconds until they float. If not floating, let rest covered 10 minutes and try again.
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Remove boiled bites with slotted spoon, shake off water, and spread on baking sheets without touching.
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Brush each bite with egg wash, sprinkle with sea salt or everything bagel seasoning. Bake 13-15 minutes, flipping and rotating pans halfway, until golden brown.
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Transfer bites to a cooling rack until completely cool. Serve with mustard or preferred dipping sauce.
# Additional Notes:
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Adding baking soda to water before boiling prevents a highly foamy mess.