Soft Pretzels with Sharp Cheddar Beer Cheese Dip

Classic soft pretzels, perfectly chewy and slightly salty, served with a warm, tangy, and deeply savory sharp cheddar cheese dip infused with beer.

By RecipeBoss

Servings

Time Required

45 min

Ingredients

3 cup all-purpose flour

1 tbsp granulated sugar

1 ½ tsp salt

2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast

1 ¼ cup warm water

1 large egg

10 cup water

2 tbsp baking soda

1 tbsp coarse salt

8 oz sharp cheddar cheese

¾ cup lager beer

½ cup heavy cream

½ tsp garlic powder

¼ tsp cayenne pepper

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1
In a large bowl, combine the warm water and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
2
Add the granulated sugar and salt to the yeast mixture. Gradually add the all-purpose flour and mix until a dough forms.
3
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.
4
While the dough rises, prepare the beer cheese dip. In a saucepan, combine the lager beer, heavy cream, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Heat over medium heat until warm but not boiling.
5
Gradually whisk in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Keep warm.
6
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water and the baking soda to a boil.
7
Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope about 10 inches long and twist into a pretzel shape.
8
Carefully drop pretzels into the boiling water mixture for 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon.
30 min
9
Place pretzels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Beat the egg with 1 tbsp of water and brush over the pretzels. Sprinkle with coarse salt.
10
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve immediately with the warm beer cheese dip.
15 min