Description
Soft pretzels paired with creamy beer cheese dip are the ultimate snack for any occasion. These warm, golden-brown delights feature a soft interior and a perfectly salted crust, while the rich, gooey cheese dip adds a luscious touch. Perfect for game days or cozy nights in, this easy recipe guarantees to impress your guests and create unforgettable memories!
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F)
- ⅓ cup baking soda
- 1 tsp coarse salt (plus extra for topping)
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup beer (lager or ale)
- ½ cup milk
Instructions
- Dissolve active dry yeast in warm water and let sit until frothy (about 5 minutes).
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt; add the yeast mixture and knead until smooth.
- Cover with a towel and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled.
- Punch down the dough, divide into pieces, roll into ropes, and shape into pretzels.
- Boil water mixed with baking soda; boil each pretzel for 30 seconds for crust perfection.
- Bake at 425°F for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- For the beer cheese dip, melt butter in a saucepan, stir in flour, then gradually add beer and milk while whisking; add cheddar until melted.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel with dip (90g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg