Mozzarella Stuffed Soft Pretzels

 

Ohhh 🤤 Mozzarella Stuffed Soft Pretzels… comfort food at its best!

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🥨 Mozzarella Stuffed Soft Pretzels

Ingredients

Dough

• 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F / 45°C)
• 1 packet active dry yeast (2 ¼ tsp)
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp melted butter

Filling

• Mozzarella cheese sticks or mozzarella cut into thick strips

Baking Bath

• 10 cups water
• ⅔ cup baking soda

Topping

• 1 egg, beaten (egg wash)
• Coarse salt (or sesame seeds / garlic butter – optional)

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Instructions

1️⃣ Activate the Yeast
In a bowl, mix warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.

2️⃣ Make the Dough
Add salt, melted butter, and flour. Mix and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Cover and let rise for 1 hour, or until doubled.

3️⃣ Shape & Stuff
Punch down dough and divide into 8 equal pieces.
Roll each piece into a long rope, flatten slightly, place mozzarella in the center, and pinch tightly to seal.
Shape into pretzels or sticks.

4️⃣ Baking Soda Bath
Bring water to a boil and add baking soda.
Boil each pretzel for 20–30 seconds, then remove and place on a lined baking sheet.

5️⃣ Bake
Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse salt.
Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12–15 minutes until deep golden brown.

6️⃣ Serve Hot
Best enjoyed warm with marinara sauce, cheese sauce, or garlic butter 😍

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🔥 Tips

• Seal the dough well so cheese doesn’t leak
• Use low-moisture mozzarella for best results
• Want extra flavor? Brush with butter + garlic after baking