Brisket Beer Cheese Pretzel Bombs (Printable View)
Tender brisket and beer cheese wrapped in golden pretzel dough for a savory, crowd-pleasing snack.
# Ingredient List:
→ Brisket
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3 pounds beef brisket, trimmed
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon smoked paprika
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1 tablespoon garlic powder
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1 tablespoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 cup beef broth
→ Beer Cheese Filling
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
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1/2 cup beer, IPA or stout
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1/4 cup sour cream
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
→ Pretzel Dough
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1 pound refrigerated pizza dough
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Coarse salt, for topping
→ For Assembly
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1 large egg, beaten (for brushing)
# Preparation Steps:
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Preheat smoker to 225°F. Massage brisket with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Place brisket in smoker and cook for 6 to 8 hours until fork-tender. Pour beef broth over brisket during the last hour to maintain moisture.
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Remove brisket from smoker and let it rest for 20 minutes. Shred meat into bite-sized portions using two forks.
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Combine cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, beer, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce in a medium saucepan over low heat. Stir constantly until cheese melts and mixture becomes smooth, about 5 to 10 minutes. Allow to cool to room temperature.
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Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface and cut into 4-inch rounds. Place 1 tablespoon of beer cheese filling and a portion of shredded brisket in the center of each round. Fold dough over filling, pinch seam to seal, and place seam-side down on a lined baking sheet.
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Brush each dough ball with beaten egg and sprinkle generously with coarse salt. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Remove pretzel bombs from oven, let cool for 5 minutes, and serve warm with your choice of dipping sauces.
# Supplementary Details:
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For a gluten-free option, substitute with gluten-free pizza dough and ensure all other ingredients are certified gluten-free.
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For added smokiness, rest the brisket overnight in the refrigerator after smoking to deepen flavor before use.