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Ooooh yes! Mozzarella stuffed soft pretzels? That sounds like the ultimate cozy, cheesy snack. Let's do this. Here's a solid recipe to make those golden, gooey beauties at home:
🥨 Mozzarella Stuffed Soft Pretzels
Ingredients:
For the dough:
2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
1 ½ cups warm water (110°F / 45°C)
1 tbsp granulated sugar
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
8 oz mozzarella cheese (block or sticks), cut into thin sticks
For the baking soda bath:
½ cup baking soda
9 cups water
For topping:
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Coarse sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions:
Activate Yeast:
In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
Make the Dough:
In a large bowl, mix flour and salt.
Add melted butter and yeast mixture.
Mix and knead (by hand or mixer) for ~5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Cover and let rise in a warm spot for 1 hour (until doubled in size).
Shape & Fill Pretzels:
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