Ham and Cheese Pretzel Bites - Easy Recipes for Family Time - Seeded At The Table (2024)

FAQs

How do you keep pretzel bites warm at a party? ›

Simply wrap all the pretzel bites tightly in foil, sealing the edges together, then place in your oven on “keep warm,” or 170F.

The best side dishes to serve with pretzels are cheese dip, mustard, hummus, chocolate fondue, strawberry jam, spinach and artichoke dip, salsa, beer cheese soup, and caramel sauce.

Toppings: Set out bowls of toppings for guests to customize their pretzels. Options might include grated cheese, diced onions, jalapeños, crumbled bacon, mini chocolate chips, and crushed candy bars.

Like lye, baking soda is an alkaline substance, and when mixed with water and brushed over the pretzel dough, it changes the pH of the dough and gelates the surface starch. In the oven, the starch gel hardens and the alkaline baking soda makes browning happen fast.

Q: Do the pretzels have to be heated first then put in the warmer? No, they can be put in there frozen, and the heat will thaw them and make them soft.

The Pretzel warmer does not cook the pretzels but simply keeps the pretzels from drying out for up to 8-10 hours.

Pretzels & Queso: This is the ultimate happy hour snack! Take some help from the store with your favorite variety of queso, pop it in the microwave and grab a bag of Cheddar Jalapeno OMG! Pretzels for dipping. A cold beer or margarita transforms this pretzel and cheese snack into a party.

Bake in your pre-heated 350° oven for 4-6 minutes, just enough to heat the pretzel through completely, and to dry the salt adhering to the tops. Serve immediately for a crisp crust and tender center crumb freshness.

Refrigerating soft pretzels can turn them soggy and affect their flavor. Freezing pretzels, however, will help retain their texture and softness. You can freeze most food that's properly stored indefinitely, and the food will still be safe to eat.

How do you keep pretzels soft overnight? ›

Individually Wrapped: Wrap each pretzel in plastic wrap to protect against dry air. Room Temperature for Short-Term: Store them in an airtight container at room temperature if enjoying within a couple of days. Refrigerate for a Little Longer: Wrapped pretzels can be refrigerated for up to a week.

Like bagels, pretzels are made in boiling water prior to baking to give them their snappy outsides and chewy insides (messy!). Soft pretzels must be boiled, or dipped in a baking soda bath (or lye if you're gusty and strict with your pretzel traditions). THEN, they can be baked.

Here in PA, we produce and eat more pretzels than anywhere else in the country.

The egg wash on the pretzels gives them a little shine, and I find it softens the exterior a bit. For a more traditional taste, omit the egg wash and just use salt when the pretzels come out of the water bath.

Cover and store leftover pretzel bites at room temperature for up to 3 days. They lose a little softness over time. To reheat, microwave for a few seconds or bake in a 350°F (177°C) for 5 minutes.

Individually Wrapped: Wrap each pretzel in plastic wrap to protect against dry air. Room Temperature for Short-Term: Store them in an airtight container at room temperature if enjoying within a couple of days. Refrigerate for a Little Longer: Wrapped pretzels can be refrigerated for up to a week.

When ready to eat, preheat oven to 300 degrees. Place on a baking sheet and bake from frozen for 10-15 minutes or until warmed through. Alternatively, you can microwave pretzel bites but they tend to get a little soggy.