Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites Recipe with Cheese Dip | Recipes & Joy

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups warm whole milk (about 110°F/43°C)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
• 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (one packet)
• 4 cups bread flour, plus more for dusting
• 1 teaspoon fine salt
• ½ cup baking soda
• 8 cups water
• 1 large egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water (egg wash)
• Coarse sea salt, for sprinkling
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)
• 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• ½ cup milk
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon butter
• Pinch of paprika (optional)