Pretzel Bites

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour Blend
• 2 1/4 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast
• 1 1/4 cups Warm Water
• 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Salt
• 1/2 cup Baking Soda
• 8 cups Water (for boiling)
• 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
• 1 Egg
• 2 tablespoons Coarse Sea Salt
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
• 1 teaspoon Xanthan Gum

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast and brown sugar in warm water. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

2. 2

   Add the gluten-free flour blend, xanthan gum, olive oil and salt to the yeast mixture and mix until a dough forms. The dough will be slightly sticky.

3. 3

   Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place for 45-60 minutes, or until doubled in size.

4. 4

   Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

5. 5

   In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water and baking soda to a boil. Add apple cider vinegar.

6. 6

   Punch down the dough and divide it into small pieces. Roll each piece into a rope about 1/2 inch thick and cut into 1-inch bite-sized pieces.

7. 7

   Carefully drop the pretzel bites into the boiling water, a few at a time. Boil for 30-60 seconds per batch.

8. 8

   Remove the pretzel bites from the water with a slotted spoon and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

9. 9

   Whisk the egg and brush it over the pretzel bites. Sprinkle with coarse sea salt.

10. 10

    Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown. Melt butter and brush on top after baking for a nice sheen.

Recipe Variations

• →Try adding different herbs for variety.
• →Substitute ingredients based on dietary needs.