Famous Cheesy Garlic Pretzel Bread (Print View)
Soft pretzel buns filled with garlic herb cheese, topped with buttery garlic and herbs for a savory snack.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cheesy Filling
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1 cup garlic herb cheese spread
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1/2 cup shredded Italian blend cheese
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1 clove garlic, grated
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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4 pretzel hot dog buns, each 5 inches
→ Garlic Butter Topping
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2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
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2 cloves garlic, grated
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely minced
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1 pinch kosher salt
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Olive oil, for finish if needed
# Directions:
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Preheat the oven to 400°F. In a medium bowl, combine the garlic herb cheese spread, shredded Italian blend cheese, grated garlic, finely chopped parsley, and garlic powder until evenly mixed.
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Divide the cheese mixture into 5 portions. Carefully slice each pretzel hot dog bun lengthwise without cutting all the way through. Fill each bun with four portions of the cheese mixture, ensuring even distribution throughout the interior.
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Score the tops of each stuffed pretzel bun with two shallow diagonal cuts. Gently pull the cuts open and fill with the remaining portion of cheese mixture.
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Place the stuffed buns onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
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Melt the salted butter in a microwave-safe bowl for 30 seconds. Stir in grated garlic, garlic powder, finely minced parsley, and a pinch of kosher salt until well combined.
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Brush the tops of the stuffed buns generously with the garlic butter, reserving a small amount for post-baking. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until cheese is bubbling and surface is lightly golden.
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Remove buns from the oven. Immediately brush with the reserved garlic butter or drizzle with olive oil for a glossy finish. Serve warm, accompanied by marinara sauce if desired.
# Notes:
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For ease of assembly, allow the cheese spread to reach room temperature before mixing.