Easy Honey Mustard Pretzel Bites

Serves: 8

DOUGH:

• 1 cup warm water
• 1, 7g package instant yeast, or 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 3 cups all purpose flour
• 1 to 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

WATER BATH:

• ¼ cup baking soda
• 1 tablespoon Gold’s Honey Mustard
• 8 cups water

COATING:

• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon Gold’s Honey Mustard
• Coarse salt

DIPPING SAUCE:

• Gold’s Honey Mustard

PREPARATION:

1. In a mixing bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, combine the water, yeast, sugar, salt, and all purpose flour until a soft dough forms, approximately 3-4 minutes. Alternatively, knead by hand for 4-6 minutes.
2. Remove the dough from the bowl, and add the oil to the bowl. Return the dough back to the oiled bowl, and cover with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel. Let rest in a warm area for 60 minutes, or until doubled in size.
3. While the dough is rising, prepare the water bath. In a large, heavy bottomed stock pot, add the baking soda, Gold’s Honey Mustard, and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
4. Preheat the oven to 450F, and line two large baking trays with parchment paper. Spray liberally with oil.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and Gold’s Honey Mustard.
6. Once the dough has risen, roll into 6, 1-inch wide ropes, approximately 12 to 14  inches long. Use a sharp knife or scissors to cut the ropes into 1-inch pieces.
7. Place the dough pieces into the boiling water, and cook for 30 seconds.
8. Use a slotted spoon or spider to retrieve the dough from the water, and place on the lined tray. Repeat with remaining dough.
9. Brush the pieces with the egg wash, and sprinkle with coarse salt.
10. Bake for 11-13 minutes, or until deep golden brown.
11. Serve with additional Gold’s Honey Mustard.