Can I make these the night before and bake in the morning?

Yes! You can prepare these through the rolling step, then cover and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, bring them to room temperature for about 15 minutes, then continue with the boiling, egg wash, and baking steps. This makes them perfect for holiday mornings or when you have guests.

My dough is sticky and difficult to work with. What should I do?

Pizza dough can sometimes be sticky. Make sure to flour your work surface generously, and keep your hands lightly floured too. If the dough is extremely sticky, chill it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before working with it again.

Can I use turkey bacon or plant-based bacon instead?

Absolutely! Turkey bacon works perfectly in this recipe. For plant-based versions, make sure to cook the bacon substitute until crispy according to package directions before adding it to the filling.

Why do I need to boil the rolls in baking soda water?

The baking soda bath is crucial for achieving that distinctive pretzel flavor and the beautiful dark brown exterior. The alkaline solution causes a Maillard reaction during baking, creating that characteristic pretzel taste and appearance. If you skip this step, you'll still have delicious stuffed rolls, but they won't have that pretzel quality.

Stuffed Breakfast Pretzel Rolls Recipe

Description

Deliciously soft stuffed breakfast pretzel rolls filled with cheesy scrambled eggs and bacon, wrapped in golden pretzel dough. Perfect for a hearty breakfast or brunch option!

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

- 1 tube (13.8 ounces) pizza dough
- 8 large eggs, scrambled (about 2 cups), prepared to your liking
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 cups (226 g) mild cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
- 5 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled, divided
- 5 cups water (for boiling)
- 1/4 cup (55 g) baking soda (for the boiling water)
- 1 large egg, room temperature, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Butter Topping (optional)

1/4 cup (1/2 stick / 57 g) unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

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Instructions

Prepare Your Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Spray it with nonstick cooking spray.
Roll Out the Dough: Sprinkle flour onto a cutting board. Remove the pizza dough from the package and place it on the board. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough out into a 20×14-inch rectangle. Using a pizza cutter, cut the rolled-out dough into four 5-inch-wide strips.
Add the Filling: On each strip of dough, layer ½ cup of scrambled eggs, ½ cup of cheese, and 2 tablespoons of crumbled bacon. Tightly roll the filling in the dough, pinching the ends together to seal.
Prepare the Water Bath: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, pour in the water and bring it to a light boil. Add the baking soda and stir until dissolved.
Boil the Pretzel Rolls: Working one at a time, add a pretzel roll to the boiling water and let it boil for 20 seconds. Using a slotted spoon, remove the roll and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat this step for the remaining rolls.
Brush with Egg Wash: Use a pastry brush to coat the outside of each roll with the beaten egg. Sprinkle evenly with kosher salt.
Score and Bake: Using a sharp knife, cut three diagonal slits on the top of each roll. Bake for 15-17 minutes or until the dough is golden brown.
Prepare the Butter Topping (Optional): While the rolls are baking, mix the melted butter with kosher salt. Once the rolls are out of the oven, brush them with the butter mixture and optionally garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.
Air Fryer Option: After boiling the stuffed pretzel rolls, brush them with the beaten egg. Place them in the air fryer basket (working in batches if needed). Air fry at 380°F for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through. Brush with the butter mixture and garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

Cooking times may vary based on your oven or air fryer, so keep a close eye on the rolls while baking or air frying.
You can customize the filling with other cheeses, meats, or vegetables to your liking.
For a vegetarian option, skip the bacon or replace it with sautéed vegetables.
If you prefer softer pretzel rolls, slightly reduce the baking or air frying time.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll
Calories: 320
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 13g
Cholesterol: 140mg