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Brisket & Beer Cheese Pretzel

Brisket & Beer Cheese Pretzel Bombs: Game Day Perfection

Make these Brisket & Beer Cheese Pretzel Bombs for a crowd-pleasing appetizer at any gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 9 hours
Servings: 12 bombs
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Brisket
  • 3 lb Beef Brisket Provides smokiness and tenderness
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika Enhances smokiness
  • 1 tbsp Garlic Powder Adds robust flavor
  • 1 tbsp Onion Powder Provides sweetness
  • 1 tsp Salt Bring out flavors
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Mild heat
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Keeps brisket juicy
Beer Cheese Filling
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Main cheese for richness
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese Adds creaminess
  • 1/2 cup Beer IPA or Stout, for richness
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream Balances flavors
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard For tangy flavor
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce Enhances flavor
Pretzel Dough
  • 1 lb Refrigerated Pizza Dough Use gluten-free for gluten-free version
  • Coarse Salt For sprinkling on top

Equipment

  • Smoker
  • Medium Saucepans
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your smoker to 225°F. Rub the brisket with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 6-8 hours until tender.
  2. In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, beer, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until smooth, about 5-10 minutes. Cool before using.
  3. Roll out the pizza dough and cut into 4-inch circles. Place beer cheese filling and brisket in the center, fold and pinch edges tightly.
  4. Preheat oven to 375°F. Place pretzel bombs on a lined baking sheet. Brush with egg and sprinkle with coarse salt. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Remove from oven, let cool briefly, and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bombCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prep in advance by smoking the brisket the day before. Allow the cheese filling to cool to prevent sogginess in the dough.

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