Pretzel Hot Dogs
Juicy hot dogs wrapped in a soft, chewy pretzel dough, boiled in baking soda water for that classic pretzel flavor, then baked until golden. A fun and satisfying dinner or game-day treat.
- Total time
- 40 min
- Servings
- 8
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 10g
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup baking soda
- 8 hot dogs
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, mix 2.5 cups flour, 1 tablespoon instant yeast, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt. Add 1 cup warm water and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- 2
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes.
- 3
Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope about 12 inches long, then wrap it around a hot dog, pinching the ends to seal.
- 4
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 0.25 cup baking soda. Carefully drop 2-3 wrapped hot dogs into the boiling water for 30 seconds each, then remove with a slotted spoon.
- 5
Place the boiled pretzel dogs on a parchment-lined baking sheet. If you like, sprinkle with sesame seeds or poppy seeds. Bake at 425°F until deep golden brown, about 15 minutes.
- 6
Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with mustard or your favorite dipping sauce.
Tools you’ll need
- large bowl
- rolling pin
- large pot
- slotted spoon
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
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