Here’s a delicious and bold recipe for Smoked Brisket & Beer Cheese Pretzel Bombs — perfect for parties, game day, or a savory snack!
🧨 Smoked Brisket & Beer Cheese Pretzel Bombs
Servings: ~12 bombs | Prep Time: 30 min | Cook Time: 15–18 min
Category: Appetizer / Snack
📝 Ingredients:
For the Dough (or use pre-made pizza dough):
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water (110°F / 43°C)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 ½–3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp melted butter (optional for extra flavor)
For the Beer Cheese:
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ½ cup beer (lager or ale)
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- Salt to taste
For the Filling:
- 1 ½ cups smoked brisket, finely chopped
- ¾ cup beer cheese (from above, cooled)
- Optional: sliced jalapeños, caramelized onions
For Boiling:
- 6 cups water
- ⅓ cup baking soda
For Topping:
- Coarse sea salt
- Melted butter for brushing
🔪 Instructions:
1. Make the Dough:
- In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit 5–10 minutes until frothy.
- Mix in salt and gradually add flour until a dough forms.
- Knead for 5–8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rise 1 hour.
2. Prepare Beer Cheese:
- In a saucepan, melt butter. Whisk in flour and cook 1 min.
- Slowly add beer and milk, whisking constantly.
- Stir in mustard, garlic powder, and salt.
- Add shredded cheese and stir until melted and smooth. Let cool.
3. Form the Bombs:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Divide dough into 12 pieces. Flatten each into a disc.
- Add ~1 tbsp brisket and ~1 tbsp beer cheese to each.
- Pinch and seal into a ball, smooth side up.
4. Baking Soda Bath:
- Boil 6 cups water + baking soda.
- Carefully boil each bomb for 20–30 seconds, then transfer to baking sheet.
5. Bake:
- Brush with melted butter, sprinkle with sea salt.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes or until deep golden brown.
🔥 Pro Tips:
- Use leftover smoked brisket or store-bought BBQ brisket.
- Add spicy heat with jalapeños or smoky paprika in the cheese.
- Freeze unbaked bombs for future snacking — just thaw and bake as normal.
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