Soft Baked Pretzels And A Cheesy Mustard Dip Recipe

Game day just got a whole lot tastier! This recipe for soft baked pretzels and a creamy, tangy cheese dip is ridiculously easy, quick, and perfect for any occasion – Monday Night Football, Sunday tailgate parties, potlucks, or a cozy night in. These pretzels are incredibly soft and customizable; skip the salt, pepper, and poppy seeds if you like and add your own favorite toppings! Get ready for a flavor explosion that will have everyone begging for more.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 87 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Soft Baked Pretzels And A Cheesy Mustard Dip

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How to Make Soft Baked Pretzels And A Cheesy Mustard Dip

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large saucepan, bring water and baking soda to a boil.
  3. Gently roll out the pretzel dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
  4. Cut the dough into desired shapes (sticks, twists, etc.).
  5. Briefly boil pretzels in the baking soda water for 30 seconds per batch, flipping halfway through.
  6. Remove pretzels with a slotted spoon and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Sprinkle with desired toppings (salt, poppy seeds, Parmesan cheese).
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
  9. While pretzels bake, prepare the cheese dip: In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, milk, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  10. Serve warm pretzels with the cheesy mustard dip. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

34 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

8g

Carbs

3g