Birria Enchiladas Recipe
These soft and chewy pretzel bites coated in cinnamon sugar are a perfect sweet snack or party appetizer. Paired with a creamy vanilla cream cheese dipping sauce, they offer a delightful blend of warm spices and rich sweetness. The recipe involves making a yeast dough, baking the bites until golden, and finishing them with melted butter and a cinnamon sugar coating for irresistible flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 36 pretzel bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Pretzel Bites
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 envelope (2 ¼ teaspoons or 0.25 ounces) instant dry yeast
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 5 tablespoons salted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar, for coating
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, for coating
For the Cream Cheese Dipping Sauce
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 to 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, granulated sugar, instant dry yeast, and salt. Set this dry mix aside.
- Heat Liquids: In a small saucepan, gently warm the milk, water, and olive oil to about 120°F. This temperature activates the yeast without killing it.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Slowly pour the warmed liquid into the dry flour mixture and stir until combined into a rough dough.
- Knead the Dough: On a floured surface or using a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, knead the dough for 4 to 6 minutes until smooth and slightly elastic. This develops the gluten for a chewy texture.
- Shape the Dough: Divide the dough into 6 equal portions and roll each portion into a rope about 16 inches long.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Heat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Cut and Place the Bites: Cut each dough rope into 1-inch pieces and arrange them spaced evenly on the prepared baking sheets. Brush each piece with lightly beaten egg for a shiny, golden crust.
- Bake the Pretzel Bites: Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the bites are golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Coating: While baking, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Cool and Coat: Remove pretzel bites from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Brush with melted butter, then roll each piece in the cinnamon sugar mixture until well coated. Arrange on a serving platter.
- Make the Cream Cheese Dipping Sauce: In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add 1-2 tablespoons milk until desired consistency is reached for dipping.
Notes
- Ensure the milk mixture is not hotter than 120°F to prevent killing the yeast.
- Kneading time can be adjusted slightly depending on dough texture; it should be smooth and elastic.
- Use parchment paper to avoid sticking and for easier cleanup.
- The cream cheese sauce can be refrigerated and served chilled or at room temperature.
- For a fluffier texture, let the dough rise for 30-45 minutes before shaping, though this step is optional for this recipe.
- These pretzel bites are best enjoyed fresh but can be rewarmed slightly in the oven before serving.
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