# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Pretzel Dough
01 - 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
03 - 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
04 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
05 - 1 tbsp granulated sugar
06 - 1 tsp salt
→ Baking Soda Bath
07 - 1/2 cup baking soda
08 - 8 cups water
→ Topping
09 - 1 egg, beaten
10 - 1 tbsp coarse sea salt
→ Spinach Cheese Dip
11 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
12 - 1/2 cup sour cream
13 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
14 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
15 - 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
16 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
17 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
18 - 1/4 tsp salt
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy. Stir in melted butter and salt. Gradually add flour, mixing until soft dough forms. Knead for 5 to 7 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes.
02 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
03 - Punch down dough and divide into 32 equal portions. Roll each into a ball. Arrange balls in two concentric circles on the baking sheet, forming a wreath shape with an open center.
04 - Bring water and baking soda to a boil in a large pot. Working in batches, dip dough balls into the boiling bath for 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and return to baking sheet.
05 - Brush dough balls with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sea salt. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until golden brown.
06 - In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, mozzarella, Parmesan, chopped spinach, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
07 - Transfer dip to a small ovenproof bowl placed in wreath center on baking sheet. Bake 10 to 12 minutes until heated through and bubbly.
08 - Remove wreath and dip from oven. Serve warm, allowing guests to pull off pretzel bites and dip them.
