Homemade Pretzel Bites with Cheddar Cheese Sauce Recipe - Snack Joy! - Dave's Grill

Ingredients

• 4 cups (500g) all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ cups (360ml) warm water
• 2 cups (200g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup (60g) unsalted butter, melted
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• Coarse salt (for sprinkling)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (240ml) milk
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon mustard powder (optional)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• ⅔ cup (160g) baking soda
• 10 cups (2.4L) water (for boiling)