Savory Pretzel Sourdough Tuiles
Savory Pretzel Sourdough Tuiles
ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup grated aged cheddar cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh herbs (like rosemary or thyme)
- 2 tablespoons finely crushed pretzels
- 1/4 cup baking soda (for boiling)
- Coarse sea salt, for sprinkling
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2.
In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- 3.
In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and aged cheddar until well combined.
- 4.
Beat in the egg, garlic powder, and fresh herbs until smooth.
- 5.
Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until fully incorporated.
- 6.
Gently fold in the crushed pretzels for added crunch.
- 7.
For a traditional tuile shape, pipe small amounts of the batter onto the prepared sheets into thin circles.
- 8.
Boil water and baking soda in a saucepan; briefly dip tuiles in the solution for enhanced texture.
- 9.
Sprinkle a pinch of coarse sea salt over each tuile before baking.
- 10.
Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Allow cooling completely for maximum crispness.
