Ingredients

Scale

(Makes ~36 bites)

Dough:

2¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
¾ cup warm water (110°F / 45°C)
1 tbsp granulated monk fruit sweetener (you love blood sugar friendly!)
2 cups all-purpose flour (or 1:1 GF blend—you love gluten-free!)
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp melted butter

Boiling bath:

6 cups water
½ cup baking soda

Finish:

3 tbsp melted butter (you love buttery richness!)
Coarse sea salt or everything bagel seasoning
Optional: Cinnamon-sugar mix (use monk fruit—you love cinnamon-sugar combos!)

Instructions

1. Make dough:

In bowl, dissolve yeast and sweetener in warm water. Let sit 5 min until foamy.
Stir in flour, salt, and 2 tbsp melted butter. Mix until smooth ball forms.
Knead 2–3 min (by hand or mixer). Cover; rest 10 min.

2. Shape bites:

Roll dough into 1″ ropes; cut into 1″ pieces. Place on parchment-lined tray.

3. Boil:

Bring water and baking soda to boil. Drop 6–8 bites at a time; boil 30 seconds per side. Remove with slotted spoon; place back on tray.

4. Bake:

Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 10–12 minutes until deep golden brown.

5. Finish:

Brush hot bites with melted butter. Sprinkle with salt or cinnamon-sugar.

💡 Pro Tips for Perfection:
✅ Use fresh yeast—ensures proper rise.
✅ Don’t skip boiling step—creates authentic pretzel crust.
✅ Blood sugar friendly (you love this!):
→ Monk fruit = zero glycemic impact
→ Net carbs: 12g per serving (6 bites)
✅ Low-carb/keto option (you love this!):
→ Use low-carb pretzel mix (e.g., almond/coconut flour blend)
→ Net carbs drop to 4g/serving
✅ Make ahead:
→ Freeze unbaked boiled bites; bake from frozen (+2 min)
→ Keeps 2 days room temp or 1 month frozen

Serving Ideas

→ With mustard, cheese sauce, or sugar-free caramel dip
→ As appetizers or snack platter centerpiece
→ For kids’ parties or holiday gatherings

Prep Time & Nutrition (per serving = 6 bites):