# Ingredient list:
→ Pretzel Dough
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon instant dry yeast
03 - 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 3/4 cup warm water
→ Buffalo-Ranch Filling
06 - 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
07 - 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
08 - 2 tablespoons ranch dressing
09 - 2 tablespoons buffalo hot sauce
10 - 2 green onions, finely sliced
11 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
→ For Boiling
12 - 6 cups water
13 - 1/4 cup baking soda
→ Topping
14 - 1 tablespoon melted butter
15 - 2 tablespoons pretzel salt or coarse sea salt
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Combine all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Add the warm water and mix until a cohesive dough forms. Knead by hand or with a stand mixer for approximately 5 to 7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. Cover and allow to rest for 10 minutes.
02 - In a separate bowl, blend cream cheese, shredded cheddar, ranch dressing, buffalo sauce, green onions, and garlic powder until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
03 - Set oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
04 - Divide dough evenly into 16 pieces. Flatten each piece into a disc and spoon approximately 1 heaping teaspoon of filling into the center. Gather edges to seal and roll each portion into a ball.
05 - Heat 6 cups of water in a large saucepan until boiling. Carefully add baking soda; beware of foaming. Working in batches, submerge dough balls and boil for 30 seconds. Transfer with a slotted spoon to the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Brush each ball with melted butter and sprinkle with pretzel salt. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
