Fun appetizer to serve at your next party or even just for movie night. This recipe includes a yummy cheese sauce, but you could also serve marinara, ranch, mustard, etc..

Homemade Pretzel Bites
- 1½ cups warm water
- 2¼ teaspoon fast acting yeast
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons light brown sugar
- 4½ cups all purpose flour, plus more if needed
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- ½ cup baking soda
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
Cheese Sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- salt and pepper