Description
Discover the ultimate comfort snack with Smoked Brisket & Beer Cheese Pretzel Bombs! These game-changing appetizers combine tender, smoky brisket and a rich beer-infused cheese filling, all enveloped in warm, soft pretzel dough. Perfect for any gathering—whether it’s game day, a casual party, or a family get-together—these savory bites offer an irresistible flavor profile that will keep your guests coming back for more. With straightforward preparation steps and easily accessible ingredients, you’ll have a show-stopping dish ready in no time. Pair them with your favorite dips for an unforgettable experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lb Beef Brisket
- 1 lb Refrigerated Pizza Dough
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1/2 cup Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
- 1/2 cup Beer (IPA or Stout)
- 1 Egg (beaten)
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika
- 1 tbsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tbsp Onion Powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- Coarse Salt (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Rub brisket with olive oil and season with spices. Smoke low and slow for 6-8 hours until tender; let rest and shred.
- In a bowl, mix cheeses, beer, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
- Roll out pizza dough and cut into squares. Place shredded brisket and cheese filling in the center of each square.
- Fold dough over the filling to create balls; pinch to seal tightly.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place pretzel bombs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper; brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with salt.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bomb (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg