Breakfast Pretzel Rolls (Printable Version)
Golden pretzel rolls filled with bacon, eggs, and cheesy goodness. Boiled first, then baked to perfection for that true pretzel feel.
# Ingredients:
→ For the rolls
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13.8 oz tube of pizza dough (1 tube)
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8 scrambled eggs (roughly 2 cups)
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1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
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2 cups shredded mild cheddar, divided in half
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5 slices thick bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled (split into two parts)
→ For boiling and finishing
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5 cups of water
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1/4 cup baking soda
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1 beaten egg for a shiny coating
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
→ Butter topping (optional)
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1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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Chopped fresh parsley for extra flavor
# Steps:
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Heat your oven to 425°F. Put parchment paper on a big baking sheet and lightly spray it. Dust some flour on a board so the dough doesn’t stick while rolling.
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Open the pizza dough and lay it on your floured surface. Stretch it out into a rectangle around 20x14 inches. Slice it lengthwise into four pieces, making them about 5 inches wide.
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Spread 1/2 cup of scrambled eggs, a sprinkle of garlic powder, 1/2 cup shredded cheese, and 2 tablespoons bacon along each strip. Roll them up tightly and pinch the ends closed.
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In a pot, warm 5 cups of water over medium heat until just boiling. Stir in the baking soda until dissolved.
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Lower each dough roll into the boiling water, one at a time. Let it simmer for 20 seconds, then scoop it out with a slotted spoon. Set them down on your baking tray.
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Cover each roll with the beaten egg, then sprinkle on some salt. Slash the tops with three diagonal cuts using a sharp knife.
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Pop them in the oven for 15-17 minutes. They’re ready when golden and fully cooked.
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As they finish baking, stir salt into the melted butter. Brush each roll fresh out of the oven, and sprinkle parsley to decorate, if you like.
# Notes:
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Pinch all the seams tightly so the filling won’t leak during boiling.
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The baking soda bath helps create their chewy texture and deep brown crust.
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For a faster method, use an air fryer at 400°F for 6-8 minutes, turning halfway.
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Cook eggs gently until soft since they'll cook a bit more in the oven.