Warm Pretzel Cheese Sandwiches
Indulge in the gooey goodness of Warm Pretzel Cheese Sandwiches! Perfectly baked with melty cheese, they're a must-try! 🥨🧀
Equipment
- 1 Mixing bowl For combining ingredients.
- 1 Large Pot For pretzel bath.
- 1 Baking sheet For baking pretzels.
- 1 Parchment paper To line the baking sheet.
Ingredients Â
Soft Pretzel Dough
- 1 batch Soft Pretzel Dough Can be made from scratch or purchased.
Cheese Options
- 2 cups Melting Cheese (Cheddar or Mozzarella) Choose your favorite.
Pretzel Bath
- 1 tablespoon Baking Soda Essential for the pretzel bath.
- to taste teaspoon Sea Salt For sprinkling on top.
Dipping Sauce
- to taste tablespoon Mustard or Dipping Sauce Optional for added flavor.
InstructionsÂ
Prepare the Pretzel Dough
- If you’re making the dough from scratch, combine flour, yeast, and salt in a mixing bowl. Knead the mixture until it’s smooth and elastic. Then, let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, which usually takes about an hour.
Shape the Pretzels
- Once the dough has risen, divide it into equal portions. Roll each piece into long ropes. You can twist them into traditional pretzel shapes or simply flatten them for sandwiches, depending on your preference.
Pretzel Bath
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add baking soda. Carefully dip each pretzel into this bath for about 30 seconds. This step is crucial as it gives your pretzels that signature chewy texture. Afterward, remove them and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Add Cheese
- Before baking, place a generous amount of your chosen cheese in the center of each pretzel shape. This is where the magic happens, as the cheese will melt beautifully during baking.
Bake
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Sprinkle the pretzels with sea salt for added flavor. Bake them for 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
Serve Warm
- Finally, enjoy your Warm Pretzel Cheese Sandwiches while they are still warm. The gooey cheese and soft pretzel will create a delightful experience that you won’t want to miss!