Buttery Soft Pretzel Bites (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1½ cups warm milk (110-115°F).
02 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar.
03 - 1 package (0.25 oz) active dry yeast.
04 - 4½ cups all-purpose flour.
05 - 2 tablespoons melted butter, plus more for brushing.
06 - 1 teaspoon fine sea salt.
07 - 9 cups water.
08 - ⅓ cup baking soda.
09 - 1 large egg (with 1 tablespoon water).
10 - Coarse salt for topping.

# Instructions:

01 - Combine warm milk and sugar, sprinkle yeast and let foam for 5 minutes.
02 - Add flour, butter and salt, knead by hand or mixer for 4 minutes until smooth.
03 - Let dough rise in oiled bowl 20-30 minutes until doubled.
04 - Boil water with baking soda and heat oven to 450°F.
05 - Divide dough into 12 pieces, roll into ropes, cut into 1-inch bites.
06 - Cook pretzel bites in boiling solution for 30 seconds per batch.
07 - Brush with egg wash, sprinkle with salt, bake 12-14 minutes until golden.

# Notes:

01 - Best served warm same day.
02 - Can brush with extra butter after baking.
03 - Work in small batches when boiling.

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