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Cheddar Beer Pretzel Bites with Jalapeño Dip

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Soft, chewy pretzel bites filled with cheddar cheese and beer, served with a spicy jalapeño dip.

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 1 1/2 cups warm water
  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup beer (lager or ale)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup baking soda
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • Coarse salt for topping
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp chopped jalapeños
  • 1 tsp lime juice
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. In a bowl, mix warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add flour, salt, beer, and cheddar cheese. Knead into a smooth dough.
  3. Cover and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  4. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Boil 6 cups of water with baking soda.
  5. Divide dough into small balls. Boil each for 30 seconds, then place on a baking sheet.
  6. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse salt. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.
  7. For the dip, mix sour cream, jalapeños, lime juice, and garlic powder. Serve with pretzel bites.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste.

Find it online: https://thecookingjournal.com/cheddar-beer-pretzel-bites-jalapeno-dip/