Description
These Savory Jalapeno Garlic Knot Stuffed Pretzels are soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor. Perfect for appetizers or snacks, they feature a spicy jalapeno and garlic filling along with a crunchy topping for an extra kick!
Ingredients
Dough:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tsp sugar
– 1 tsp salt
– 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
– 3/4 cup warm water
– 2 tbsp butter, melted
Filling:
– 1 cup cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup jalapenos, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
Topping:
– 1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips
– 1 tbsp olive oil
– 1/2 tsp paprika
– 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
1. 1. In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
2. 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and melted butter. Knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
3. 3. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4. 4. Meanwhile, prepare the filling by mixing cream cheese, diced jalapenos, minced garlic, and cheddar cheese in a bowl until well combined.
5. 5. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
6. 6. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope, fill with the jalapeno mixture, and tie into a knot.
7. 7. For the topping, mix crushed tortilla chips, olive oil, paprika, and salt in a bowl.
8. 8. Place the knots on a lined baking sheet and brush with olive oil. Sprinkle the chip mixture on top.
9. 9. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
10. 10. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For an extra kick, add more jalapenos to the filling or use pepper jack cheese instead of cheddar.
Serve with a side of ranch or your favorite dipping sauce for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel knot
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: pretzels, jalapeno, garlic, snacks