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Soft Baked Cheesy Pretzel Dogs Recipe

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Soft Baked Cheesy Pretzel Dogs are a delightful snack combining the savory flavors of hot dogs and cheddar cheese wrapped in a soft, chewy pretzel dough. These homemade pretzel dogs are boiled in a baking soda solution for that classic pretzel crust, then baked to golden perfection. Perfect for game days, parties, or a fun family treat, they are crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside.

Ingredients

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Yeast Mixture

  • 355 ml warm water (43°C)
  • 7 g active dry yeast
  • 13 g granulated sugar

Dough

  • 500 g all-purpose flour
  • 6 g salt

Boiling Solution

  • 2.4 litres water
  • 90 g baking soda

Assembly

  • 8 hot dogs
  • 8 slices cheddar cheese
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • Coarse salt, for sprinkling

Serving

  • Mustard or preferred dipping sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Activate Yeast: Combine the warm water, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar in a bowl. Stir gently and let the mixture stand for 5 minutes, or until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
  2. Prepare Dough: In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead Dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 5 to 7 minutes until it is smooth and elastic, which develops the gluten for a perfect pretzel texture.
  4. First Proof: Place the kneaded dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it, and leave it in a warm place to rise until it doubles in size, approximately 1 hour.
  5. Preheat Oven and Prepare Boiling Solution: Preheat your oven to 230°C (450°F). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. In a large pot, bring 2.4 litres of water to a boil and fully dissolve the baking soda into the water to prepare the boiling bath.
  6. Portion and Shape Dough: Punch down the risen dough to release the air. Divide it into 8 equal pieces and roll each piece into a long rope, long enough to wrap around a hot dog and slice of cheese.
  7. Assemble Pretzel Dogs: Wrap a slice of cheddar cheese around each hot dog. Then, encase each wrapped hot dog with a dough rope, pinching the edges firmly to seal the dough completely around the hot dog and cheese.
  8. Boil Pretzel Dogs: Using a slotted spoon, immerse each dough-wrapped hot dog into the boiling baking soda solution for 30 seconds. This step creates the characteristic pretzel crust when baked. Immediately place the boiled pretzel dogs on the prepared baking sheets.
  9. Egg Wash and Salt: Brush each pretzel dog generously with the beaten egg to give a shiny, golden finish. Sprinkle coarse salt over them for added flavor and texture.
  10. Bake: Bake the pretzel dogs on the centre rack of your preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until they turn a deep golden brown.
  11. Cool and Serve: Allow the pretzel dogs to cool briefly on the baking sheets. Serve them warm with mustard or your preferred dipping sauce for an extra burst of flavor.

Notes

  • Ensure the water used to activate the yeast is warm but not hot to avoid killing the yeast.
  • Boiling the pretzel dogs in the baking soda solution is crucial for the authentic pretzel crust texture and flavor.
  • Wrap the dough tightly around the hot dogs to prevent the cheese from leaking out during boiling and baking.
  • Use coarse salt for sprinkling to maintain the traditional pretzel flavor and texture.
  • These pretzel dogs are best enjoyed fresh and warm but can be reheated in the oven for crispiness.

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