Description

These pretzels are golden, chewy, and filled with a molten center of mozzarella cheese. They’re a comforting, crowd-pleasing snack perfect for sharing or savoring solo. Each bite delivers warm dough and melty cheese in the best possible ratio.

Ingredients

4 cups all-purpose flour

1 1/2 cups warm water

2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast

1 tbsp brown sugar

1 tsp salt

2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

8 mozzarella sticks or 8 small chunks of low-moisture mozzarella

1/3 cup baking soda

Coarse sea salt, for topping

1 egg yolk (optional, for brushing)

Instructions

Combine warm water, brown sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let it sit until frothy (about 5 minutes).
Stir in melted butter and salt. Gradually add flour until dough forms.
Knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Transfer dough to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled.
Divide dough into 8 pieces. Roll each into a rope, flatten, and wrap around a piece of mozzarella. Seal edges tightly.
Shape into pretzels. Boil each pretzel for 20 seconds in water mixed with baking soda.
Place on a lined baking sheet. Brush with egg yolk and sprinkle with coarse salt.
Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
Let cool slightly and serve warm.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizers