Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Mozzarella Stuffed Rosemary Parmesan Soft Pretzels, where every bite offers a perfect blend of savory rosemary and rich parmesan, enveloping a gooey mozzarella center. These delightful pretzels are not just snacks; they’re a culinary experience meant for sharing during game days, parties, or cozy family gatherings. With an easy-to-follow recipe, you can create these warm, cheesy treats right in your kitchen. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauces or alongside fresh vegetables for a complete snack that everyone will adore. Get ready to impress your guests with this gourmet twist on a classic favorite!
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet instant yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F)
- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese (cubed)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 1/4 cup baking soda
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Gradually mix into the yeast mixture until combined.
- Knead the dough using a stand mixer with a dough hook for about 5 minutes or by hand for about 8 minutes until smooth.
- Mix in chopped rosemary and grated Parmesan cheese. Shape into a ball and let rise in a greased bowl for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 pieces. Flatten each piece, place a cube of mozzarella at the center, and roll into balls.
- Roll each ball into a rope approximately 24 inches long and twist into pretzel shapes on the prepared baking sheet.
- Boil water in a saucepan, add baking soda, then boil each pretzel for about 30 seconds before draining on paper towels.
- Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse sea salt before baking for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg