Homemade Sourdough Discard Pretzel Bites Recipe

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Soft and salty sourdough discard pretzel bites are the perfect party snack or enticing appetizer.

Made with simple ingredients these chewy pretzels are a family favorite.

ingredients:

– sourdough discard – water – bread flour – all-purpose flour

STEP 1

Mix the warm water and brown sugar in the bowl of your stand mixer. Add the instant yeast on top and allow it to sit until foaming and bubbly, about 5 minutes.

Add both types of flour, salt, and the softened butter and mix using a dough hook on low speed until combined.

STEP 2

STEP 3

Add in the sourdough discard and mix on medium speed until fully incorporated and the dough is smooth. This may take around 10-15 minutes.

STEP 4

Adjust the dough’s consistency with additional flour or water if necessary, adding one tablespoon at a time. Aim for a dough that is firm, smooth, and not sticky.

STEP 5

Perform the “window-pane test” to see if the dough is kneaded properly. Do this by stretching the dough gently.

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