Warm Chocolate Chip Cookie-Stuffed Soft Pretzels

For the Cookie Filling:

• 1 batch of your favorite chocolate chip cookie dough (homemade or store-bought)

For Boiling:

• 10 cups water
• 2/3 cup baking soda

For Topping:

• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• Coarse sea salt
• Optional: chocolate drizzle or caramel sauce for serving

Step-by-Step Method

Step 1: Prepare the Pretzel Dough

1. In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Stir gently and let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. Add melted butter, flour, and salt. Mix until a rough dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 2: Prepare Cookie Dough

1. While the pretzel dough rises, prepare your chocolate chip cookie dough.
2. Chill the cookie dough for about 15–20 minutes. This makes it easier to shape into small balls that will fit inside the pretzels.

Step 3: Shape the Pretzels with Cookie Filling

1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Punch down the risen pretzel dough and divide it into 8–10 equal portions.
3. Flatten each portion into a small oval, place a chilled cookie dough ball in the center, and carefully fold the pretzel dough around it, sealing the edges.
4. Roll gently into a rope and twist into the classic pretzel shape, ensuring the cookie is fully encased.

Step 4: Boil the Pretzels

1. In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water and 2/3 cup baking soda to a rolling boil.
2. Using a slotted spoon, carefully dip each pretzel into the boiling water for 20–30 seconds. This step gives the pretzels their signature chewy texture and golden brown crust.
3. Remove and place on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 5: Bake the Pretzels

1. Brush each pretzel with beaten egg and sprinkle lightly with coarse sea salt.
2. Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown. The cookie inside will remain soft and slightly underbaked, giving it a molten center.

Step 6: Serve

1. Let the pretzels cool for 5 minutes—just enough to handle without burning your fingers.
2. Optional: drizzle with melted chocolate or caramel for an extra decadent touch.
3. Serve warm, and enjoy the perfect balance of soft pretzel and gooey chocolate chip cookie in every bite.

Tips for Perfection

• Don’t overfill: Too much cookie dough can break through the pretzel while baking.
• Chill cookie dough: Helps prevent it from melting too quickly inside the pretzel.
• Serve fresh: These are best enjoyed warm; the cookie filling is gooey and irresistible straight from the oven.

Warm Chocolate Chip Cookie-Stuffed Soft Pretzels are a playful twist on two classic treats. They’re perfect for parties, family gatherings, or an indulgent afternoon snack. Chewy, sweet, slightly salty, and utterly irresistible—once you try these, you’ll never see pretzels or cookies the same way again!

If you want, I can also create a shortcut version using store-bought dough and cookie dough that makes these in under 30 minutes without compromising taste. Do you want me to do that?