Allergen Free Pretzel Bites

I am always trying to find yummy snacks that the boys will eat, that also fit into our allergen free lifestyle.  They are always wanting things they can't have, so I wanted to find something different that would pique their interest.  One of our favorite treats at when we go to the mall is soft pretzels.  But that is not an option right now.  So I thought I would try to find a recipe for soft pretzels so we could try it, incase I really needed it for future! I found a pretty tasty recipe, that I tweaked for our needs.

Ingredients
1 c warm water
1 Tbs quick acting yeast
1 Tbs honey
3 1/2 c Bob's Red Mill 1:1 baking flour
1 tsp salt
1 tsp gluten-free baking powder
1/4 c oil
1/3 c warm water

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10 cups water
1 1/2 tablespoons baking soda
Sea salt for sprinkling on top

Step 1. In a small bowl, add the 1 c of water, honey, and yeast.  Let sit for five minutes until it starts to bubble.

Step 2. Add flour, salt, and baking powder and whisk until blended.  And oil and yeast mixture. Mix until ball of dough forms.  Add 1/3 c water, then mix for 1 more minute to knead the dough.

Step 3.  Cover with plastic wrap and let rise at room temperature for 1 hour.

Step 4. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.

Step 5. Bring 10 cups of water and the baking soda to a rolling boil in large pot.

Step 6. Divide dough into 8 pieces. Roll out each piece of dough into a thick rope. Slice each rope into 1 1/2-inch pieces.

Step 7. Drop pretzel pieces into the boiling water and boil them for 30 seconds until they start to float.. Remove the pretzel pieces from the water using a slotted spoon, allow to drain, and place them on the baking sheets.

Step 8. Spray with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt.

Step 9. Bake until dark golden brown in color, approximately 15-20 minutes.

Step 10. Serve and ENJOY- with dairy free nacho cheese!!