Description
Rosemary parmesan soft pretzels hide a molten mozzarella center that elevates classic snack time. Crisp exterior and herbal notes invite warm comfort while cheese creates irresistible indulgence you cannot resist.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups (300 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) warm water
- 1 cup (100 grams) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Leavening and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 packet (7 grams) active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1/4 cup (60 grams) baking soda
- 10 cups (2.4 liters) water (for boiling)
- Coarse salt (for topping)
Instructions
- Activate yeast by combining warm water, sugar, and yeast in a large mixing bowl. Allow the mixture to become frothy and develop for approximately 5 minutes.
- Incorporate flour, salt, and melted butter into the yeast mixture, blending until a cohesive dough forms. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead vigorously for 5-7 minutes until achieving a smooth, elastic consistency.
- Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest in a warm environment for about 1 hour, allowing the dough to expand and double in volume.
- Heat the oven to 425F (220C). Deflate the risen dough and divide into 8 equal segments.
- Stretch each segment into a 12-inch elongated rope. Position shredded mozzarella cheese along the center of each rope, carefully folding the dough over and sealing the edges to encase the cheese.
- Craft each filled rope into a traditional pretzel shape.
- Bring 10 cups of water to a rolling boil and add baking soda. Gently submerge pretzels in the boiling water, cooking briefly on each side.
- Remove pretzels using a slotted spoon and arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Brush each pretzel with beaten egg and generously sprinkle with chopped rosemary, grated Parmesan, and coarse salt.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until achieving a rich golden-brown color.
- Allow pretzels to cool slightly before serving, revealing the luxurious melted mozzarella center.
Notes
- Ensure water temperature is lukewarm (around 110°F) to activate yeast perfectly without killing it, preventing dense dough.
- Knead dough thoroughly to develop gluten, creating a stretchy and soft pretzel texture with better cheese containment.
- Seal cheese carefully inside dough ropes to prevent leakage during boiling and baking, maintaining a gooey inner filling.
- Try alternative cheese options like cheddar or gouda for different flavor profiles while maintaining similar melting characteristics.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 195 kcal
- Sugar: 1.2 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 6.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1.2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg