sourdough pretzel nuggets

Here’s a tasty recipe for Sourdough Pretzel Nuggets—soft, chewy, and perfect for snacking or dipping.

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Sourdough Pretzel Nuggets

Makes: ~24 nuggets

Ingredients

• 1 cup sourdough starter (active and bubbly)

• 1 ½ cups warm water

• 1 tsp sugar

• 1 tsp salt

• 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour (more for kneading)

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

For boiling:

• 8 cups water

• ½ cup baking soda

For topping:

• Coarse salt

• Optional: melted butter for brushing

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Instructions

1️⃣ Make the dough

1. In a large bowl, mix sourdough starter, warm water, sugar, and salt.

2. Gradually add flour, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.

3. Knead 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.

4. Cover and let rise 1–2 hours until slightly puffy (doesn’t need to double).

2️⃣ Shape the nuggets

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

2. Divide dough into small pieces (~1–2 inches) and roll into nuggets.

3. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

3️⃣ Boil the nuggets

1. In a large pot, bring 8 cups water and baking soda to a boil.

2. Using a slotted spoon, carefully drop nuggets in batches for 20–30 seconds.

3. Remove and place back on the baking sheet.

4️⃣ Bake

1. Brush nuggets with melted butter and sprinkle coarse salt.

2. Bake 12–15 minutes until golden brown.

5️⃣ Serve

• Enjoy warm with mustard, cheese dip, or your favorite sauce.

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Tips

• Chewier nuggets: Let the dough rest longer for more sourdough flavor.

• Flavor variations: Brush with garlic butter or sprinkle with cinnamon sugar after baking for a sweet version.

• Make-ahead: Boil and freeze raw nuggets; bake straight from frozen when ready.

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If you want, I can also give a quick no-sourdough shortcut version using store-bought pizza dough that tastes almost the same. Do you want me to give that version?