Soft Baked Cheesy Pretzel Dogs Recipe – Easy Game Day Snack
These soft baked cheesy pretzel dogs are the ultimate comfort food snack. Juicy hot dogs are wrapped in golden pretzel dough and stuffed with gooey melted cheese, then baked to perfection. Perfect for game day, parties, or anytime you want a fun and delicious treat that everyone will love!
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- stand mixer (optional)
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Pot (for baking soda bath)
- Slotted spoon
- Pastry brush
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 2 ¼ tsp instant yeast
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 8 hot dogs (regular, turkey, or veggie)
- 8 slices cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or pepper jack)
- ½ cup baking soda (for water bath)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Coarse salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- Make dough: Mix flour, salt, sugar, yeast, warm water, and butter. Knead until smooth. Let rise 1 hour.
- Prep hot dogs: Pat dry. Wrap each with a slice of cheese.
- Shape dough: Divide into 8 pieces. Roll into strips and wrap around each hot dog, sealing edges.
- Baking soda bath: Boil water with baking soda. Dip each wrapped dog for 20–30 seconds.
- Bake: Place on parchment-lined sheet. Brush with egg wash, sprinkle with coarse salt. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve: Brush with melted butter if desired. Enjoy warm with dips.
Notes
- Cheese options: Sharp cheddar for bold flavor, mozzarella for stretch, pepper jack for spice.
- Protein swaps: Try bratwursts, sausages, or veggie dogs.
- Storage: Refrigerate up to 3 days; freeze baked pretzel dogs for 2 months.
- Pro Tip: Don’t skip the baking soda bath—it’s the secret to authentic pretzel flavor and crust.
- Serving idea: Pair with mustard, cheese sauce, or ranch for dipping.