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Rosemary Parmesan Mozzarella Pretzels

Savory Rosemary Parmesan Mozzarella Pretzels You’ll Crave

These Rosemary Parmesan Mozzarella Pretzels are a delicious blend of flavors with a gooey center, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 pretzels
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Can swap with honey
  • 1.5 cups Warm Water 110°F for optimal growth
  • 4.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Can use whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Rosemary Dried can work too
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano is an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Olive oil is a dairy-free substitute
For the Filling
  • 12 sticks Mozzarella String Cheese Cheddar or gouda can be used
For Boiling and Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Baking Soda Creates pretzel texture
  • 1 large Egg (beaten) Milk can be used as a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Coarse Sea Salt Regular salt can be used, but won't have the same crunch

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • pot
  • Slotted spatula
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Activate Yeast: Combine yeast and sugar in warm water. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Prepare Dough: Mix flour, salt, rosemary, and parmesan. Add yeast mixture and knead for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Rise: Shape into a ball, place in oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.
  4. Preheat Oven: Set oven to 450°F and line baking sheet with parchment.
  5. Boil Water: Boil 10 cups of water and add baking soda.
  6. Shape Pretzels: Punch down dough, divide into 12 pieces, wrap around mozzarella sticks.
  7. Boil Pretzels: Boil each pretzel for 30 seconds, then place on baking sheet.
  8. Prepare for Baking: Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with sea salt.
  9. Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Finish and Serve: Brush with melted butter before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pretzelCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 9gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover pretzels in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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