Mozzarella Stuffed Rosemary Parmesan Soft Pretzels
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Mozzarella Stuffed Rosemary Parmesan Soft Pretzels. With their soft, chewy exterior and a gooey mozzarella center, these pretzels are perfect for any occasion—be it a game night with friends, a cozy movie marathon, or an impressive appetizer at your next gathering. Infused with aromatic rosemary and rich parmesan cheese, each bite is a flavorful experience that will leave everyone craving more. This recipe is simple to make and requires just a few key ingredients, ensuring that even novice bakers can create these stunning snacks with ease.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 8 soft pretzels 1x
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) instant yeast
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (about 110°F)
- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese (cut into cubes)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup baking soda
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar; let it sit until foamy (about 5 minutes).
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Gradually add to the yeast mixture until combined.
- Knead the dough by hand on a floured surface for about 8 minutes until smooth or use a stand mixer with a dough hook for about 5 minutes.
- Mix in chopped rosemary and grated Parmesan, then form into a ball and let rise in a greased bowl covered with a towel for about an hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Punch down the dough, divide into eight pieces, flatten each piece, place mozzarella cube inside, seal it up, then roll into pretzel shape.
- Boil water with baking soda; drop each pretzel carefully into boiling water for about 30 seconds before removing to drain on paper towels.
- Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse sea salt before baking for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 575mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg