Pizza Hummus Stuffed Pretzel Bites – DrNewMed Healthy Recipes for Healthy Eating

These Sabra pizza hummus-stuffed pretzel bites are a tasty football (or anytime!) snack. A soft, salty pretzel bite gives way to a centre filled with hummus!

Ingredients

For the pretzel dough

1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F to 115°F or 45°C to 46°C)
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup baking soda
1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Coarse sea salt (for sprinkling)

For the pizza hummus stuffing

1 cup hummus (store-bought or homemade)
1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped pepperoni or your favorite pizza toppings (optional)

Instructions

For the pretzel dough

In a mixing bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the water, and let it sit for about 5 minutes, until it becomes foamy.
Add salt and gradually stir in the flour until a dough forms. Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

For the pretzel bites

Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Punch down the risen dough and divide it into small portions, about 1-2 tablespoons each.
Flatten each portion of dough into a small disc and place a teaspoon of hummus in the center. Add a pinch of grated mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and chopped pepperoni if desired.
Fold the edges of the dough over the filling, sealing it well. Roll it into a ball shape.
In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water and the baking soda to a boil.
Boil the stuffed dough balls in batches for about 30 seconds each. Remove them with a slotted spoon and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush the tops of the pretzel bites with beaten egg and sprinkle coarse sea salt on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until they are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.