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Pretzel Dogs

Savory Pretzel Dogs: Your New Favorite Family Snack

These Pretzel Dogs are a family-friendly snack that everyone will adore, combining the classic hot dog with soft pretzel dough.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 21 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 56 minutes
Servings: 15 pieces
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Pretzel Dogs
  • 15 pieces Sausage Franks or Hot Dogs Choose your favorite brand for rich flavor.
  • 1 pound Pizza Dough Homemade or gluten-free as a substitute.
  • 10 cups Water For boiling.
  • ¾ cup Baking Soda Creates the signature pretzel taste; do not substitute.
  • 1 large Egg (beaten) For egg wash.
  • to taste Kosher Salt Enhances flavor; sea salt works too.
For Serving
  • to taste Mustard or Cheese Sauce Perfect dips.
  • to taste Fresh Vegetables Consider a side of crunchy veggies.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large saucepan
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Slotted spoon
  • pastry brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pretzel Dogs
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out the pizza dough to a rectangle about ¼-inch thick and slice into 15 equal strips.
  3. Wrap each sausage frank tightly with a strip of dough, pinching ends to seal.
  4. In a large saucepan, bring 10 cups of water to a boil and stir in ¾ cup of baking soda. Boil the wrapped sausages in batches for 20-30 seconds.
  5. Transfer boiled Pretzel Dogs onto the prepared baking sheet, brush with beaten egg, and sprinkle with kosher salt.
  6. Bake for 20-21 minutes or until deep golden brown.
  7. Allow to cool slightly before serving warm with mustard or cheese sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These Pretzel Dogs are perfect for family gatherings and game nights. Enjoy experimenting with different dipping sauces and serving options.

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