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Sourdough Discard Pretzel Bites

Sourdough Discard Pretzel Bites That Your Kids Will Love

Delicious Sourdough Discard Pretzel Bites are a quick and kid-friendly snack perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Sourdough Discard any active or unfed starter at room temperature
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can substitute up to 1/2 cup with whole-wheat flour
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Soda essential for leavening
  • 1 teaspoon Salt use flaky sea salt for topping
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar helps with browning
  • 3/4 cup Warm Water adjust based on wetness of sourdough discard
Optional for Extra Shine
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter for brushing after baking

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • pot
  • Slotted spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together your sourdough discard, warm water, and sugar until smooth.
  3. Add the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt, stirring until a dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 3-4 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Divide the dough into bite-sized pieces (about 1 inch) and roll into small balls.
  6. Bring a pot of water to a boil and lower the pretzel bites into boiling water for about 30 seconds.
  7. Sprinkle the boiled bites with flaky sea salt and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden-brown.
  8. Brush the warm bites with melted butter if desired, and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 70mgSugar: 1gCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature. Freeze for up to 2 months and reheat in the oven.

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