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Soft Chocolate Chip Pretzels

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Golden, pillowy soft pretzels studded with melty chocolate chips and finished with a touch of sea salt. A delightful twist on a classic snack—perfectly sweet, slightly salty, and irresistibly chewy.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm milk (110°F / 45°C)
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup baking soda (for water bath)
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • Flaky sea salt, for topping

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk with sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add flour, salt, and melted butter. Mix and knead until a smooth dough forms, about 8–10 minutes.
  3. Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips.
  4. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  5. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water and baking soda to a simmer.
  7. Divide the dough into 6 equal pieces. Roll each into a rope and twist into a pretzel shape.
  8. Carefully dip each pretzel into the baking soda water for 20 seconds, then transfer to the prepared sheet.
  9. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
  10. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm for gooey chocolate pockets.

Notes

  • Use mini chocolate chips to ensure even distribution and avoid tearing the dough.
  • Don’t skip the baking soda bath—it gives pretzels their classic chewy crust.
  • Serve warm or reheat briefly in the oven to revive melty chocolate centers.

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