Description
Indulge in the irresistible combination of tender smoked brisket, creamy beer cheese, and pillowy pretzel dough in these quick and easy Smoked Brisket & Beer Cheese Pretzel Bombs!
Ingredients
– 1 lb smoked brisket, finely chopped
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1/2 cup beer
– 1 tsp garlic powder
– 1/2 tsp onion powder
– 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
– 1 batch pretzel dough (enough for 24 bites)
Instructions
1. 1. In a medium bowl, mix together the chopped smoked brisket, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, beer, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne until well combined.
2. 2. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. 3. Divide the pretzel dough into 24 equal pieces. Flatten each piece into a round disc.
4. 4. Place a heaping tablespoon of the brisket-cheese mixture into the center of each dough disc. Gather the dough around the filling and pinch to seal, forming a ball.
5. 5. Place the filled pretzel bites seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15-18 minutes, until the pretzels are golden brown.
6. 6. Serve the Smoked Brisket & Beer Cheese Pretzel Bombs warm, with additional beer cheese dip on the side if desired.
Notes
For best results, use high-quality smoked brisket and a flavorful craft beer in the cheese filling. These pretzel bites can be made ahead and reheated before serving.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 18
- Category: Bites & Finger Foods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American