Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Massive Stuffed Pizza Pretzel Braid. A delightful twist on classic flavors, this recipe combines soft pretzel dough with a savory filling of cheese, pepperoni, and fresh herbs, all baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
2 cups warm water (110°F)
1 packet active dry yeast
1/4 cup granulated sugar
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup baking soda
1 large egg, beaten
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup sliced pepperoni
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon garlic powder
Coarse sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
2. Add flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms. Knead for 5 minutes until smooth.
3. Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
4. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
5. In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water and baking soda to a boil.
6. Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rectangle.
7. Layer mozzarella, pepperoni, oregano, and garlic powder on each rectangle.
8. Fold the dough over the filling and twist into a braid.
9. Boil each braid for 30 seconds, then place on a baking sheet.
10. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
11. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping. This recipe is perfect for parties or game day gatherings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Satisfying Snacks & Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 braid
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg