Description
Jalapeno cheddar pretzel twists bring spicy cheddar magic to classic pretzels with a zesty kick. Homemade comfort meets bold southwestern flavors that will make you crave another bite of these twisted, cheesy delights.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3–4 cups flour
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 medium jalapenos, seeded and finely minced
Liquid and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 ¼ cups (296 milliliters) warm water
- 4 cups (946 milliliters) very hot water
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Seasoning and Leavening Ingredients:
- 2 ½ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup baking soda
- Coarse salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to a searing 450 degrees fahrenheit and arrange parchment paper on a spacious baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- Combine warm water, yeast, and sugar in a stand mixer bowl with dough hook. Allow the mixture to bloom and become bubbly, indicating active yeast development.
- Incorporate salt into the frothy yeast mixture, then gradually fold in flour until a cohesive dough emerges. Gently knead in minced jalapenos and shredded cheddar, ensuring even distribution throughout the dough.
- Create a baking soda solution by dissolving the powder in scalding hot water, which will contribute to the signature pretzel exterior.
- Segment the dough into four equal portions. Transform each section into elongated ropes, then subdivide into three segments, yielding twelve individual pieces.
- Elongate each piece into an 18-24 inch strand, then carefully fold and twist into classic pretzel configurations.
- Immerse each twisted dough piece into the baking soda bath for half a minute, allowing the solution to coat the surface.
- Return the soaked pretzels to the prepared baking sheet. Delicately brush with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse salt for enhanced flavor and texture.
- Roast in the heated oven for 8-10 minutes until achieving a rich golden-brown complexion.
- Once removed, lightly coat with melted butter to create a luxurious, glossy finish that amplifies the pretzel’s richness.
Notes
- Salvage leftover pretzels by storing them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Freeze unbaked pretzel twists on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag for future quick baking.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting jalapeno quantities or removing seeds for milder flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 470 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg