These Soft and Sweet Cinnamon Pretzel Nuggets are mouthwatering dessert bites made of soft, buttery pretzel dough coated with a luscious cinnamon-sugar mix. Perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth!
In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups warm water, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1 packet of active dry yeast. Let it sit for 10 minutes, until the mixture becomes foamy.
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Stir in 3 1/2 cups flour and 1 teaspoon salt, mixing with a spoon until a dough forms.
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Knead the dough by hand or with a stand mixer using a dough hook attachment for about 6-8 minutes, until the dough is shiny and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
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Lightly coat the mixing bowl with oil, place the dough back inside, and cover it with a kitchen towel. Allow the dough to rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
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Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Divide the dough into small, 1/4-cup portions, rolling each portion into thin logs. Cut these logs into 3/4-inch to 1-inch pieces and arrange evenly on the prepared baking sheets.
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Bring a large pot of water to a boil, then slowly add 1/4 cup baking soda. Be cautious, as the baking soda may cause the water to react. Reduce the heat to medium-low.
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Boil pretzel nuggets in small batches for 1 minute, turning them halfway through. Remove the nuggets and arrange them back on the baking sheets.
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Bake the pretzel nuggets for 10-12 minutes, or until they turn golden brown.
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Allow the pretzel nuggets to cool for 10 minutes, then brush them with 4 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter.
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Combine 1 cup sugar and 2 tablespoons cinnamon in a bowl. Coat the buttered pretzel nuggets in the cinnamon-sugar mixture and serve.