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Easy Honey Mustard Soft Pretzel Bites: Best Tailgate Recipe

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These easy honey mustard soft pretzel bites are the perfect tailgate snack—soft, chewy, and paired with a tangy-sweet honey mustard dipping sauce. They travel well, taste great at room temperature, and disappear faster than any other snack at the party.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup warm water (110°F/43°C)
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (315g)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 6 cups water
  • ¼ cup baking soda
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for topping)
  • Coarse sea salt or pretzel salt
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, honey, and active dry yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add melted butter, salt, and 1 cup of flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until combined. Gradually add remaining 1 ½ cups flour, stirring until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 8-10 minutes (or use a stand mixer with dough hook for 5-6 minutes) until smooth and elastic.
  4. Shape dough into a ball and place in a lightly greased bowl. Cover with a towel and let rise in a warm place for 45-60 minutes until doubled in size.
  5. Punch down the dough and divide into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a 12-inch long rope, then cut into 1-inch pieces.
  6. Bring 6 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add ¼ cup baking soda carefully. Reduce heat to a gentle simmer.
  7. Working in batches of 6-8 bites, drop them into the simmering water for 20-30 seconds, flipping halfway. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  8. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Brush pretzel bites with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until deeply golden brown. Rotate the baking sheet halfway through.
  10. Brush baked pretzel bites with remaining melted butter. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
  11. While pretzels bake, make the honey mustard sauce: whisk together mayonnaise, honey, yellow mustard, whole grain mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, and salt. Adjust to taste.

Notes

Don’t skip the baking soda bath—it gives pretzels their signature chewy crust. Make the honey mustard sauce ahead for better flavor. For best results, use an instant-read thermometer to ensure water is at 110°F for yeast activation.

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