Pretzel Dogs
These pretzel dogs combine soft pretzels and hot dogs for a fun and delicious family treat, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 1.5 cups warm water Temperature should be around 110°F.
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2 ¼ teaspoons)
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups baking soda
- 1 large egg, beaten For egg wash.
Pretzel Dog Ingredients
- 8 pieces Hot dogs Any brand or variety you prefer.
- to taste Coarse sea salt For sprinkling.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and salt. Stir until dissolved, then sprinkle the yeast over the top. Let it sit for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes frothy.
- Gradually add in the flour, one cup at a time. Mix until a dough starts to form. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it's smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Baking
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large pot, bring water and baking soda to a gentle boil.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope and wrap it around your hot dogs, leaving the ends exposed.
- Carefully drop each wrapped hot dog into the boiling baking soda mixture for about 30 seconds.
- Transfer the boiled pretzel dogs to your baking sheet, brush them with the beaten egg, and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until they are golden brown.
Notes
Don't worry if your pretzel dogs aren't Instagram-ready on the first try. They taste amazing no matter what! You can also make pretzel bites with leftover dough.