Description
Mozzarella Stuffed Soft Pretzels offer an easy dinner solution for a weeknight meal the whole family will enjoy. This soft pretzel recipe features warm, cheesy stuffed pretzels perfect for any family dinner occasion.
Ingredients
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- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cut into small cubes
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary leaves
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups water
- 1/4 cup baking soda
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh rosemary leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl and let sit for 5 minutes until it becomes foamy.
- Mix in the flour and salt, kneading the dough until it is smooth and elastic.
- Cover the dough and allow it to rest for 30 to 45 minutes until it doubles in size.
- Heat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix together the mozzarella cubes, rosemary, and Parmesan cheese in a small bowl for the filling.
- Divide the dough into 8 equal parts and roll each piece into a long rope.
- Flatten each rope slightly, add the cheese filling to the center, then fold and seal to shape pretzels.
- Bring 4 cups of water to just below boiling in a large pot, remove from heat, and stir in the baking soda until dissolved.
- Dip each pretzel into the baking soda bath for 30 seconds, then place on the baking sheet.
- Sprinkle Parmesan and rosemary leaves on top of each pretzel.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until golden and cheesy.
- Let the pretzels cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For added depth of flavor, brush melted butter over the warm pretzels before serving
- Customize the filling by adding crushed red pepper flakes for some heat
- You can use part-skim mozzarella or mix with cream cheese for a lighter filling
- Enjoy pretzels warm for the best texture and taste
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Baked
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 292
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 2372mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 21mg