*Super Bowl Snack Series* How to make Jalapeño Cheddar Pretzel Twist Bites - Happy Bake Day

Warm the milk over the stove to a temperature between 120 to 130 degrees Fahrenheit.

In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the warm milk and granulated sugar, then sprinkle the yeast over top and let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.

Add the flour, melted butter, salt, and 2 cups of sharp cheddar cheese to the yeast mixture in the stand mixer.

Mix on low speed until combined, then increase to medium speed until the dough is smooth and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.

Lightly grease a large bowl with olive oil spray, form the dough into a ball, coat it in oil, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for at least 1 hour until doubled in size.

Prepare a water bath by bringing 10 cups of water to a rapid boil and adding 2/3 cup of baking soda to it.

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit and line two baking trays with parchment paper.

Divide the risen dough into 16 equal pieces and roll each piece into a 9 to 10 inch long rope, then twist it into a pretzel shape.

Drop each pretzel bite into the boiling water for 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon and place back on the baking trays.

Mix the egg yolk with 1 tablespoon of water to create an egg wash, then brush it over the pretzel bites.

Top each pretzel bite with jalapeno slices and the remaining cheddar cheese, or a mix of cheddar and smoked gruyere cheese if desired.

Bake the pretzel bites in the preheated oven for 14 to 18 minutes until golden brown.

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