Protein Pretzel Bites
Soft, chewy, and brushed with garlic butter — these protein pretzel bites are the perfect cozy snack with a high-protein twist. Easy, family-friendly, and freezer-friendly.
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SERVINGS: 12
Ingredients
For the pretzel bites:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup self-rising flour
- 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
- Coarse salt
- 2 tbsp butter melted
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tsp parsley
For the optional cheese dip:
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ tsp Dijon mustard
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- Pinch cayenne pepper optional
Instructions
Enable step-by-step mode- Stir together Greek yogurt and self-rising flour until a soft dough forms. If it’s too sticky, sprinkle in a little more flour.
- Roll the dough into long ropes and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and add 1 tsp baking soda. Drop in the pretzel bites for 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon.
- Place bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush with beaten egg, and sprinkle with coarse salt.
- Bake at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, until golden brown.
- Stir melted butter with minced garlic and brush over warm pretzels. Sprinkle with parsley before serving.
- Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, then slowly whisk in milk. Cook until thickened, then stir in cheddar, mustard, paprika, and cayenne until smooth.