Pretzel Dogs
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Pretzel Dogs
Description
This recipe starts with a yeast dough that includes warm water, sugar, kosher salt, flour, and melted butter, kneaded until smooth and allowed to rise. The dough is portioned and stretched into ropes that encase the hot dogs. Boiling the assembled pretzel dogs in a baking soda solution before baking gives the crust its signature taste and color. Once baked at a high temperature until golden, they are brushed with melted butter and salted, enhancing flavor and finish.
Pretzel Dogs are often enjoyed as handheld snacks suitable for casual gatherings or parties. They pair well with mustard or other dips. The recipe yields multiple servings, making it practical for group settings.
Note that dough temperature and rise times are important for proper texture, and the baking soda bath is key to achieving the classic pretzel exterior. The baked dogs can be served warm for best texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups water 110 to 115 degrees F, warm
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 active dry yeast 2¼ teaspoons, package
- 4½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup butter melted, unsalted
- vegetable oil for pan
- 10 cups water
- ⅔ cup baking soda
- 2 tablespoons butter melted, unsalted
- kosher salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- Combine the water, sugar and salt in the bowl of a stand mixer and sprinkle the yeast on top. Allow to sit for 5 minutes or until the mixture begins to foam.
- Add the flour and butter and, using the dough hook attachment, mix on low speed until well combined. Change to medium speed and knead until the dough is smooth and pulls away from the side of the bowl, approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the dough from the bowl and place it in a clean, oiled bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and place in a warm area for about 1 hour, or until the dough has doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and lightly brush with the vegetable oil. Set aside.
- Bring the 10 cups of water and the baking soda to a rolling boil in an 8-quart pot.
- In the meantime, turn the dough out onto a slightly oiled work surface and divide into 8 equal pieces. Roll out each piece of dough into a rope that's about 24-inches long. Starting at one end, wrap the dough around the hot dog, pinching each end together so that it's sealed. Place onto the parchment-lined half sheet pan and repeat with the remaining dough and hot dogs.
- Place the pretzel dogs into the boiling water two at a time and boil for 30 seconds. Remove them from the water using a large flat slotted spatula. Return the boiled pretzel dogs to the half sheet pan, brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle with the coarse kosher salt. Bake until dark golden brown in color, approximately 12 to 14 minutes. Transfer to a cooling rack for at least 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Nutritional values are based on one serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8pretzel dogs
Amount Per Serving
Calories 345 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 345kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 55g | 18% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 22mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 2629mg | 110% |
| Potassium | 84mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 265IU | 5% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 3.3mg | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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