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Preheat oven to 425°F degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine the yeast and warm water. Let sit until the yeast dissolves (about 2-3 minutes).
Step 3
Stir the sugar into the yeast mixture until dissolved.
Step 4
Add the flour and salt. Stir to combine. The dough will be crumbly. Turn the dough out onto a floured board and knead with floured hands until smooth.
Step 5
In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg. Set aside.
Step 6
Divide the dough into 5 portions. Working with one at a time, roll the dough balls out into ropes that are about 1 inch in diameter. Use a sharp knife to cut 1-inch lengths of dough.
Step 7
Drop each of the dough pieces into the egg mixture and immediately transfer to the prepared baking sheet. Place them about 1/2 inch apart. Sprinkle with coarse salt.
Step 8
Slide the tray into the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, until golden brown. Repeat the process until all the dough has been cooked.
Step 9
Melt the butter and brush all the pretzel bites with butter, then sprinkle with more salt.
Recipe Tips
Hint: spray the baking sheet with cooking oil before laying the parchment down – it will hold the paper in place.
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