Stuffed Spicy Pretzels

7. 10. 2025

Every recipe has the potential to stand out with a little innovation. If you’re looking for a great pastry recipe that also doubles as a salty snack, we have an irresistible inspiration for you. Follow the recipe below to make Stuffed Spicy Pretzels!

Ingredients:

3 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 450 g plain flour
2 and 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
1 cup warm water
2 tbsp lard
1/2 tsp cane sugar
1 tsp salt
8-10 eggs
English bacon or smoked flank
1 and 1/2 cups gouda
chili flakes to taste

Instructions:

In a bowl, combine the yeast, warm water, cane sugar, and 1/2 cup of flour. Mix well and let it rest for 10 minutes until frothy.
Prepare two trays and line them with baking paper.
In a separate bowl, mix the remaining flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture. Add lard and knead until a pliable dough is formed.
Place the dough on a floured surface.
Divide the dough into about eight pieces.
Shape each piece into a roll and then roll it into a pretzel shape.
Once the pretzels are ready, crack an egg into each one, sprinkle with cheese and toasted bacon, and add chili flakes to taste.
Bake at 428°F for about 10 minutes.

Stuffed pretzels on a baking sheet with dip. — source: ohsweetbasil.com

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Author of the article Milan & Ondra

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