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Best Buffalo Chicken Dip Stuffed Pretzel Bites (Easy Recipe)

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These Buffalo Chicken Dip Stuffed Pretzel Bites combine two beloved foods—buffalo chicken dip and soft pretzels—into one perfect bite-sized package. The outside is golden and chewy, while the inside is packed with a creamy, tangy, spicy buffalo chicken filling.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup buffalo sauce (Frank’s RedHot recommended)
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (sharp cheddar preferred)
  • 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 8 cups water
  • 1/3 cup baking soda
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • Coarse sea salt or pretzel salt

Instructions

  1. Make the Buffalo Chicken Filling: In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until smooth. Fold in shredded cheddar, blue cheese (if using), and shredded chicken. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate while making the dough.
  2. Activate the Yeast: In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water and brown sugar. Sprinkle yeast over the top and let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  3. Make the Dough: Add melted butter, salt, and 2 cups of flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough forms. Gradually add remaining 1 cup of flour until dough pulls away from the bowl. Turn onto a floured surface and knead for 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. First Rise: Place dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
  5. Shape the Pretzel Bites: Punch down dough and divide into 4 equal pieces. Roll each into a 12-inch rope. Flatten slightly, spoon about 1 tablespoon of filling along the center, pinch edges to seal, and roll gently. Cut into 1-inch pieces. Repeat with remaining dough and filling (makes 32-36 bites).
  6. The Baking Soda Bath: Preheat oven to 425°F. Bring 8 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Carefully add baking soda (it will bubble). Reduce to a simmer. Working in batches of 5-6, drop pretzel bites into water for 30 seconds per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Egg Wash and Bake: Brush each pretzel bite with beaten egg wash. Sprinkle generously with coarse sea salt. Bake for 12-15 minutes until deep golden brown. Let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Don’t skip the baking soda bath—it’s essential for the pretzel texture. Seal the edges well to prevent filling from leaking. Keep the filling cold while assembling. Work quickly with the water bath (30 seconds per side). For best results, let the dough rise the full hour.

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