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Easy Soft Pretzel Dogs with Classic Baking Soda Bath

Two freshly baked pretzel dogs with a dark brown, glossy crust and coarse salt on a white plate.
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Make classic, chewy pretzel dogs at home using a simple baking soda bath for that authentic salty pretzel exterior. This recipe is perfect for game days or a fun family meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza dough
  • 8 standard beef hot dogs
  • 8 cups water
  • 1/2 cup baking soda
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 2 tablespoons coarse pretzel salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pat the hot dogs dry with paper towels. If using standard pizza dough, cut it into 8 equal pieces.
  3. Take one piece of dough and stretch or roll it into a rectangle about 6 inches long and 3 inches wide.
  4. Place one hot dog at the short end of the dough rectangle and roll it up tightly, sealing the edge by pinching the dough together. Trim any excess dough. Repeat with the remaining hot dogs and dough.
  5. In a large, shallow pot, bring the 8 cups of water to a boil. Remove the pot from the heat and carefully whisk in the 1/2 cup of baking soda. The mixture will foam significantly.
  6. Working in batches of two or three, carefully lower the wrapped hot dogs into the baking soda bath. Let them soak for 30 seconds, turning once. Do not over-soak.
  7. Use a slotted spoon to carefully remove the hot dogs from the bath and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Brush the tops of the dough-wrapped hot dogs with the beaten egg wash. Sprinkle generously with coarse pretzel salt.
  9. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the pretzel dough is deep golden brown.
  10. Serve immediately with your favorite mustard or cheese sauce.

Notes

  • For a cheesy variation, wrap a thin slice of provolone or cheddar cheese around the hot dog before wrapping it in the dough.
  • To make mini pretzel dogs, cut the pizza dough into thinner strips and use cocktail wieners instead of full-sized hot dogs.
  • If you want an air fryer option, cook the salted pretzel dogs at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 8 to 10 minutes, checking frequently for doneness.

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