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Mozzarella Stuffed Soft Pretzels

Irresistible Mozzarella Stuffed Soft Pretzels You’ll Love

Mozzarella Stuffed Soft Pretzels are a perfect snack that combines gooey mozzarella with a soft, chewy pretzel exterior.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
First Rise 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 pretzels
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour for nuttier flavor
  • 1 cup warm water ensure it's warm, not hot
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast or active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • ½ cup baking soda for boiling solution
For the Filling
  • 12 ounces mozzarella cheese or substitute with part-skim mozzarella
For the Topping
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • to taste coarse salt or pretzel salt

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Pot
  • slotted spoon
  • kitchen towel
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Gradually add all-purpose flour and salt, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
Kneading the Dough
  1. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
First Rise
  1. Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let rise for about 45 minutes.
Filling the Pretzels
  1. Punch down the dough, divide into 12 pieces, flatten each piece, add mozzarella, and seal the edges.
Making the Boiling Solution
  1. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and stir in baking soda until dissolved.
Boiling the Pretzels
  1. Drop each pretzel into the boiling solution for 30 seconds on each side, then place on a baking sheet.
Baking Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and brush the pretzels with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse salt.
Baking the Pretzels
  1. Bake pretzels for about 20 minutes until golden brown and shiny.
Serving
  1. Allow pretzels to cool slightly and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pretzelCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, serve immediately after baking, or reheat in the oven if made ahead.

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