Pretzel Dogs

Pretzel Dogs are the ultimate crowd-pleasing snack, combining the chewy, golden-brown crust of a soft pretzel with the juicy, savory bite of a classic hot dog. Perfect for game nights, parties, or family gatherings, these hand-held treats are easy to make and even easier to love. With a simple pizza dough wrap, a quick baking soda bath, and a sprinkle of coarse salt, you can create bakery-style pretzel dogs right at home in under 30 minutes.

• Prep time15 minutes
• Cook time20–21 minutes
• Servings4
• DifficultyMedium

Pretzel Dogs Ingredients

• 15 sausage franks or hot dogs
• 1 tube (13.8 ounces) pizza dough
• 5 cups water
• ¼ cup (55 g) baking soda
• 1 large egg, room temperature, beaten
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Pretzel Dogs Recipe Instructions

• Preheat oven to 425°F* and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Remove pizza dough from the package and place it onto a cutting board. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough out into a rectangle with a ¼-inch thickness. Using a pizza cutter, cut the rolled-out dough into 15 strips.
• Roll each strip into a rope and tightly wrap it around the full length of each sausage, ensuring it is completely wrapped. Pinch the ends together to seal and prevent them from unraveling.
• To a large saucepan over medium heat, add water. Bring the water to a light boil. Add the baking soda and stir until dissolved.
• Working in batches of 3-4, add the pretzel-wrapped sausages to the boiling water. Boil for 20-30 seconds, then use a slotted spoon to remove them and place them on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining pretzel dogs.
• Use a pastry brush to brush the outside of each with the beaten egg. Sprinkle each evenly with kosher salt.
• Bake for 20-21 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown.

Summary

Pretzel Dogs are a delicious twist on the classic hot dog, wrapped in soft, golden-brown pretzel dough and baked to perfection. This easy recipe is ideal for parties, picnics, or casual dinners, offering a fun and flavorful snack that’s sure to impress. Serve them warm with your favorite dips for a tasty treat everyone will love.

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