Best 2 Jalapeño Popper Cheesy Pretzel Bombs Recipes

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"Jalapeño popper cheesy pretzel bombs" are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. These delightful treats combine the spicy kick of jalapeños with the cheesy goodness of mozzarella and cream cheese, all wrapped in a warm and flaky pretzel crust. Whether you're looking for a fun party snack or a tasty game-day treat, these jalapeño popper cheesy pretzel bombs are sure to be a hit!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

JALAPEñO POPPER CHEESY PRETZEL BOMBS RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Jalapeño Popper Cheesy Pretzel Bombs Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by dedmund

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
12 ounces warm beer (110°-120°), I used Blue Moon *see cooks note
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour + more for dusting counter
1 teaspoon kosher salt + more for pretzel tops
2 tablespoons baking soda
2 cups water
8 ounces cream cheese
8 ounces Mexican cheese blend, shredded (or cheddar cheese)
1 (4 ounce) can diced jalapeños
12 ounces bacon, cooked and chopped into bite size pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°. Pour beer into the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook (see cooks note if you do not have a stand mixer), sprinkle yeast over top, add sugar and stir. Allow yeast to bloom for 5-10 minutes. Once it is nice and foamy, it is ready. *It should look like the 'head' of a beer poured too quickly and smell yeasty. Meanwhile in a medium mixing bowl combine cheeses, bacon and jalapeños. Mix together. You may need to use a wood spoon to get it well mixed. In a small bowl beat egg, set aside. Sprinkle clean counter top with ¼ cup flour. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with cooking spray. Set aside. Add flour and salt to stand mixer. Knead for 3- 5 minutes until the dough comes together in one ball. Add more flour a tablespoon at a time as needed, if bread is too sticky to come together. Dough should be tacky when you pull it out of the mixer, not sticky. Place dough on floured counter top and knead in flour until it is no longer tacky, just a minute or two. Form dough into a ball. We are going to cut this ball into 36 (somewhat) even pieces. First quarter the ball of dough. *I used a bench scraper, but a butter knife would work too. Roll each quarter into a fat log. Cut that into 3 pieces. Roll each piece into a log and cut into 3 pieces. When you are done you will have 36 pieces. Fill a medium (4 cup) bowl with 2 cups of hot water and add baking soda. Place baking sheet, baking soda water and cheese mixture on the counter that you are working on. Roll each dough piece (one at a time) into a ball and then flatten it into a circle. Add 1 tablespoon of cheese mixture in the center *I used a tablespoon scooper. Carefully pull each side over the cheese to create a 'cheese package', pinching the edges closed. Roll the dough into a ball. Be careful to make sure you can not see the cheese through the dough. Tap fingers in flour, pinch any tears and roll again. Set aside and repeat until you have 3 stuffed dough balls. Transfer 3 stuffed dough balls to hot water mixture and allow to set while you prepare the next 3. Prepare the next 3 dough balls. Remove dough balls from water with a slotted spoon and place on prepared baking sheet. Place 3 newly prepared balls into the water and prepare 3 more. Repeat until all dough balls are on the cookie sheet. Cooks Note: You can mix the dough by hand if you do not have a stand mixer. Add water, yeast and sugar to a large bowl. Once the yeast blooms stir in the salt and the flour. Mix with a spoon. Turn dough out onto floured counter top and knead for 3-5 minutes until dough is no longer sticky. Proceed with remaining instructions. I microwaved the beer in a glass microwave safe measuring cup, 15 seconds at a time until it was 110-120 degrees.

JALAPEñO POPPER CHEESY PRETZEL BOMBS RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Jalapeño Popper Cheesy Pretzel Bombs Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by dedmund

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
12 ounces warm beer (110°-120°), I used Blue Moon *see cooks note
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour + more for dusting counter
1 teaspoon kosher salt + more for pretzel tops
2 tablespoons baking soda
2 cups water
8 ounces cream cheese
8 ounces Mexican cheese blend, shredded (or cheddar cheese)
1 (4 ounce) can diced jalapeños
12 ounces bacon, cooked and chopped into bite size pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°. Pour beer into the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook (see cooks note if you do not have a stand mixer), sprinkle yeast over top, add sugar and stir. Allow yeast to bloom for 5-10 minutes. Once it is nice and foamy, it is ready. *It should look like the 'head' of a beer poured too quickly and smell yeasty. Meanwhile in a medium mixing bowl combine cheeses, bacon and jalapeños. Mix together. You may need to use a wood spoon to get it well mixed. In a small bowl beat egg, set aside. Sprinkle clean counter top with ¼ cup flour. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with cooking spray. Set aside. Add flour and salt to stand mixer. Knead for 3- 5 minutes until the dough comes together in one ball. Add more flour a tablespoon at a time as needed, if bread is too sticky to come together. Dough should be tacky when you pull it out of the mixer, not sticky. Place dough on floured counter top and knead in flour until it is no longer tacky, just a minute or two. Form dough into a ball. We are going to cut this ball into 36 (somewhat) even pieces. First quarter the ball of dough. *I used a bench scraper, but a butter knife would work too. Roll each quarter into a fat log. Cut that into 3 pieces. Roll each piece into a log and cut into 3 pieces. When you are done you will have 36 pieces. Fill a medium (4 cup) bowl with 2 cups of hot water and add baking soda. Place baking sheet, baking soda water and cheese mixture on the counter that you are working on. Roll each dough piece (one at a time) into a ball and then flatten it into a circle. Add 1 tablespoon of cheese mixture in the center *I used a tablespoon scooper. Carefully pull each side over the cheese to create a 'cheese package', pinching the edges closed. Roll the dough into a ball. Be careful to make sure you can not see the cheese through the dough. Tap fingers in flour, pinch any tears and roll again. Set aside and repeat until you have 3 stuffed dough balls. Transfer 3 stuffed dough balls to hot water mixture and allow to set while you prepare the next 3. Prepare the next 3 dough balls. Remove dough balls from water with a slotted spoon and place on prepared baking sheet. Place 3 newly prepared balls into the water and prepare 3 more. Repeat until all dough balls are on the cookie sheet. Cooks Note: You can mix the dough by hand if you do not have a stand mixer. Add water, yeast and sugar to a large bowl. Once the yeast blooms stir in the salt and the flour. Mix with a spoon. Turn dough out onto floured counter top and knead for 3-5 minutes until dough is no longer sticky. Proceed with remaining instructions. I microwaved the beer in a glass microwave safe measuring cup, 15 seconds at a time until it was 110-120 degrees.

Tips:

  • For a crispy pretzel crust, ensure the baking soda and water mixture is boiling before dipping the pretzel balls.
  • Use a spoon or small cookie scoop to ensure uniform pretzel ball sizes for even cooking.
  • To prevent the cheese from leaking out during baking, seal the pretzel balls tightly before filling them with the jalapeño popper mixture.
  • If you prefer a spicier filling, increase the количество of jalapeños or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • For a more pronounced cheesy flavor, use a blend of different cheeses, such as cheddar, mozzarella, and cream cheese.
  • Serve the jalapeño popper cheesy pretzel bombs immediately after baking for the best crispy texture.

Conclusion:

These jalapeño popper cheesy pretzel bombs are an irresistible combination of classic American flavors. The crispy pretzel crust, gooey cheese filling, and spicy jalapeños make them a perfect appetizer, party snack, or game day treat. With a few simple ingredients and a little effort, you can create these delicious and crowd-pleasing bites that will surely be a hit. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to indulge in these irresistible jalapeño popper cheesy pretzel bombs!

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