Cookie Dough Pretzel Bites Recipe

Introduction

Cookie Dough Pretzel Bites are a delightful treat combining soft, sweet cookie dough with salty, crunchy pretzels. Coated in melted chocolate, these bite-sized snacks are perfect for parties or an indulgent snack anytime.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup softened butter (1 stick)
• 2/3 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (heat treated)
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
• 3/4 cup chocolate chips or chunks (melted)
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• Pretzels (for sandwiching the dough balls)

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave the flour for 60-90 seconds, stirring halfway through. Set aside to cool completely to ensure the flour is heat treated.
2. Step 2: In a medium mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until smooth. Mix in the milk and vanilla extract.
3. Step 3: Gradually sprinkle in the cooled heat-treated flour and mix until a dough forms. Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
4. Step 4: Place the dough in the freezer for 10 minutes to reduce stickiness. Then, roll the dough into ½ inch balls, working one by one.
5. Step 5: Arrange the cookie dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
6. Step 6: Sandwich each dough ball between two pretzels, pressing gently to secure, and place back on the baking sheet.
7. Step 7: Combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and vegetable oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until melted and smooth.
8. Step 8: Dip each pretzel sandwich halfway into the melted chocolate, then return to the baking sheet.
9. Step 9: Transfer the baking sheet to the fridge or freezer to let the chocolate harden before serving.

Tips & Variations

• Heat-treating the flour is important for safe edible cookie dough; alternatively, use edible cookie flour from the store.
• Try swapping semi-sweet chocolate with white or dark chocolate for different flavors.
• For extra crunch, sprinkle sea salt on the chocolate before it sets.

Storage

Store the pretzel bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze them for up to 1 month. Thaw before serving. Reheat is not recommended as it can melt the chocolate coating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Why do I need to heat-treat the flour?

Heat-treating flour kills harmful bacteria that may be present, making the cookie dough safe to eat raw.

Can I use regular-sized chocolate chips instead of mini?

Yes, but mini chocolate chips distribute more evenly throughout the dough and make the bites easier to eat.

Cookie Dough Pretzel Bites Recipe

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Delicious and easy-to-make Cookie Dough Pretzel Bites combine the irresistible flavor of edible cookie dough with crunchy pretzels, all dipped in smooth melted chocolate. These bite-sized treats are perfect for snacking, parties, or satisfying your sweet tooth with a fun twist.

• Author: Mia
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Yield: About 24 pretzel bites 1x
• Category: Snack
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

• 1/2 cup softened butter (1 stick)
• 2/3 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (heat treated)
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Chocolate Coating

• 3/4 cup chocolate chips or chunks (melted)
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Assembly

• Pretzels (for sandwiching the cookie dough balls)

Instructions

1. Heat Treat the Flour: In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave the all-purpose flour for 60-90 seconds, stirring halfway through to eliminate any harmful bacteria. Set aside to cool completely before using.
2. Make the Cookie Dough: In a medium mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and fluffy. Then, mix in the milk and vanilla extract evenly.
3. Add Flour and Chocolate Chips: Gradually sprinkle the cooled, heat-treated flour into the butter mixture and mix until a dough forms. Fold in the mini chocolate chips gently to distribute throughout the dough.
4. Chill Dough: Place the dough in the freezer for 10 minutes to reduce stickiness, making it easier to handle.
5. Form Dough Balls: Once chilled, roll the dough into ½ inch diameter balls one at a time.
6. Assemble Pretzel Bites: On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat, place the dough balls. Sandwich each ball between two pretzels gently and place back on the baking sheet.
7. Melt Chocolate: Combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and vegetable oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth.
8. Dip Pretzel Bites: Dip each cookie dough-stuffed pretzel halfway into the melted chocolate, ensuring an even coating on one side, then return them to the lined baking sheet.
9. Chill to Set: Transfer the baking sheet to the refrigerator or freezer to allow the chocolate coating to harden completely before serving, approximately 20-30 minutes.

Notes

• Heat treating flour is crucial to make the dough safe to eat raw.
• You can substitute semi-sweet chocolate with dark or milk chocolate according to preference.
• Store the pretzel bites in an airtight container in the fridge to keep them fresh for up to 3 days.
• For a quicker set, freeze the pretzel bites for 10-15 minutes.
• Use mini chocolate chips inside the dough and larger chunks for melting to get different texture contrasts.

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