Description
These Canned Biscuit Pretzel Bites are a quick and easy snack perfect for game day or any casual gathering. Made from refrigerated biscuit dough and boiled briefly in a baking soda water bath, they achieve the classic pretzel flavor and golden crust without the fuss of traditional pretzel making. Finished with a buttery brush and coarse salt, these bites are delicious served warm with your favorite dips.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 can (16.3 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough (8-count)
- 6 cups water
- 1/4 cup baking soda
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Coarse salt, for topping
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (optional for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dough: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut each biscuit into quarters and roll each piece into a small ball to prepare for boiling.
- Boil Baking Soda Water: In a large saucepan, bring 6 cups of water to a rolling boil. Carefully stir in 1/4 cup of baking soda; the mixture will bubble vigorously, so be cautious.
- Boil Dough Balls: Working in batches, drop the biscuit dough balls into the boiling baking soda water and let them boil for about 30 seconds. This step gives the pretzel bites their characteristic flavor and texture.
- Remove and Arrange: Use a slotted spoon to remove the boiled dough balls from the water and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Brush with Egg Wash and Salt: Brush each pretzel bite generously with the beaten egg wash to help them brown nicely. Sprinkle coarse salt over the tops for authentic pretzel flavor.
- Bake: Bake the pretzel bites in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, until they turn golden brown and slightly crisp on the outside.
- Optional Butter Brush: If desired, brush the warm pretzel bites with melted unsalted butter to add richness and shine right before serving.
Notes
- Serve these pretzel bites with cheese dip, mustard, or ranch dressing for a tasty appetizer.
- For a sweeter version, omit the coarse salt and melted butter brush, then roll the warm bites in cinnamon sugar.
- Ensure you boil the dough balls in baking soda water to achieve the authentic pretzel crust and taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 bites
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
