Description
Delight in these Mozzarella Stuffed Rosemary Parmesan Soft Pretzels, featuring a chewy, golden-brown crust infused with aromatic rosemary and Parmesan, and a gooey mozzarella center. Perfect as an appetizer or snack for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F)
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into 16 equal pieces
- 10 cups water
- ⅔ cup baking soda
- 1 large egg, beaten
- Coarse sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Stir in salt and sugar until dissolved.
- Gradually add flour, chopped rosemary, and shredded Parmesan cheese, mixing until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water and baking soda to a boil.
- Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 16 equal pieces.
- Flatten each piece into a rectangle, place a piece of mozzarella in the center, and fold the dough over the cheese, sealing the edges to form a ball.
- Carefully drop each dough ball into the boiling water for 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon and place on the prepared baking sheets.
- Brush each pretzel with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the mozzarella pieces are fully enclosed to prevent cheese leakage during baking.
- For added flavor, brush the baked pretzels with melted butter and sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese.
- These pretzels are best enjoyed warm but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Mozzarella Stuffed Pretzels, Rosemary Parmesan Pretzels, Soft Pretzel Recipe