New York Style Soft Pretzel Bites Recipe

Whether for oktoberfest or just to quell your stadium food cravings, soft pretzels are the perfect dairy-free and vegan treats. This new york-style soft pretzel bites recipe is perfect for parties and snacking as well. Serve with peanut butter, melted soy margarine, mustard or other dip or spread of your choice. New york-style soft pretzels need special care to stay fresh. You don't want melted salt or soggy pretzels, so be sure to let them cool completely after cooking. Usually, this will take 15-30 minutes after cooking. After cooling, they are best kept in a brown paper bag so they can breathe. If they cannot be eaten within 24 hours after cooking, they can be frozen, also in the brown paper bag, for up to two months and reheated in the microwave. Your best bet, however, is to only cook what you feel you will eat and refrigerate the pretzel dough for 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months, then thaw in the refrigerator before making the dough fresh. Serves 8.