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Crispy Stuffed Pepperoni Pizza Pretzel Bites

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These crispy stuffed pepperoni pizza pretzel bites combine a soft pretzel exterior with melty mozzarella and spicy pepperoni inside, perfect for a quick, indulgent snack or party finger food.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 batch (about 1 lb or 450 g) pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • About 20 thin slices pepperoni (regular or turkey)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 4 oz or 115 g), part-skim or whole milk
  • 4 cups water
  • ⅓ cup baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon coarse salt (pretzel salt or kosher salt)
  • 1 cup marinara sauce for dipping
  • Optional: ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Optional: ½ teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
  2. Prepare the baking soda bath: In a large pot, bring 4 cups (950 ml) of water to a gentle boil. Add ⅓ cup (80 g) baking soda carefully; reduce heat to simmer.
  3. Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a roughly 12×12 inch (30×30 cm) square, about ¼ inch (6 mm) thick.
  4. Cut the dough into approximately 1.5-inch (4 cm) squares.
  5. Place one slice of pepperoni and about 1 teaspoon shredded mozzarella on each dough square.
  6. Fold the dough over the filling to form a triangle or pouch shape and pinch edges tightly to seal.
  7. Boil 4-5 bites at a time in the baking soda bath for 30 seconds on each side.
  8. Remove bites with a slotted spoon and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or silicone mat, spacing about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart.
  9. Optionally brush bites with melted butter or olive oil and sprinkle with coarse salt and optional garlic powder or dried oregano.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  11. Cool slightly for 5 minutes before serving with warm marinara sauce.

Notes

Do not skip the baking soda bath for authentic pretzel crust. Seal edges tightly to prevent cheese leakage. Let bites cool slightly before serving to avoid molten cheese burns. Reheat leftovers in a 350°F oven for 5–7 minutes to restore crispness; avoid microwaving.

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