Save Fun, festive pretzel bites filled with creamy cheese and topped with a bright cherry red nose—the perfect savory snack for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
- Pretzel Bites: 1 can (340 g / 12 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough or pizza dough
- Pretzel Bites: 24 small cubes (about 1 cm each) cream cheese (or cheddar cheese, optional)
- Pretzel Bites: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- Pretzel Bites: 2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
- Decoration: 24 small round red candies (e.g., mini cherry tomatoes, red M&Ms, or pomegranate seeds for a healthier option)
- Decoration: 48 mini pretzel twists (for antlers)
- Decoration: 24 mini chocolate chips or edible candy eyes
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- Divide the dough into 24 equal pieces. Flatten each piece into a small disc.
- Step 3:
- Place a cheese cube in the center of each disc pinch the dough around the cheese to seal and roll into a ball.
- Step 4:
- Place the dough balls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 5:
- Brush each ball with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse salt.
- Step 6:
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Step 7:
- Allow to cool slightly.
- Step 8:
- Press two mini pretzel twists into the top sides of each bite for antlers.
- Step 9:
- Attach a red candy to the front for the red nose (use a dab of cream cheese or melted chocolate as glue if needed).
- Step 10:
- Add two mini chocolate chips or edible candy eyes above the nose.
Save Required Tools
Baking sheet, Parchment paper, Pastry brush, Small bowl (for melted butter), Oven
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten), milk (cheese, butter), soy (if using chocolate candies). May contain Nuts (in candies), eggs (in some doughs). Always check ingredient labels for hidden allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 85, Total Fat: 4 g, Carbohydrates: 10 g, Protein: 2 g
Save Enjoy these festive bites at your holiday gatherings for a fun and flavorful treat.
Recipe FAQ
- → What type of dough works best?
Refrigerated biscuit dough or pizza dough provides a soft and flaky texture ideal for these bites.
- → Can I substitute the cheese filling?
Cream cheese works best for creaminess, but cheddar or a blend can be used for varied flavor.
- → How do I get the red nose to stick?
Use a small dab of cream cheese or melted chocolate as adhesive to secure the candy nose firmly.
- → What are some healthier decoration options?
Cherry tomatoes or pomegranate seeds can replace candies for a fresh and nutritious alternative.
- → How should these bites be served?
They are best served warm so the cheese inside remains soft and melty, enhancing the flavor experience.