CHEETOS^® FLAMIN' HOT^® Pretzel

Step 1
In a measuring cup, combine warm water, brown sugar, and yeast. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes or until foamy.

Step 2
In bowl of stand mixer fitted with dough hook, combine flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and butter; mix on low speed until combined. Increase to medium speed and mix until dough is smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.

Step 3
Transfer dough to oiled boil. Cover and let proof until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

Step 4
Preheat oven to 425°F.

Step 5
In a food processor, process CHEETOS^® Crunchy FLAMIN’ HOT^® Cheese Flavored Snacks until finely crushed.

Step 6
In a small bowl, beat together egg and water.

Step 7
Punch down proofed dough and transfer to lightly floured work surface. Divide into 8 equal portions. One a time, roll each portion of dough into an 18-inch-long rope about 1/2-inch thick. Shape rope into a U-shape with the ends pointing away from you. At the midpoint of each end, crisscross and twist, then bring the ends toward you to form a pretzel knot. Arrange pretzels on parchment paper-lined baking sheet.

Step 8
Add enough water to high-sided skillet to reach 3 inches up sides of skillet; bring to a boil. Stir in baking soda. Turn off heat.

Step 9
In batches, drop pretzels into water for 30 seconds. Using slotted spoon, return pretzels to tray. Transfer to dry parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Brush pretzels with egg wash.

Step 10
Transfer remaining crushed CHEETOS^® to plate. Gently lift pretzels and dredge in CHEETOS^® to coat. Gently return pretzels to baking sheet.

Step 11
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm with honey mustard.