In the bottom of a stand mixer, combine water, sugar and salt.
Sprinkle yeast over. Let set for 5 minutes until foamy.
Add in flour and melted butter.
Using the dough hook, mix the dough until combined on a low speed, Increase the speed to medium and mix for five to seven minutes until dough becomes smooth and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
On the last 30 seconds or so, add 1 cup of cheese and 3 chopped jalapeños.
Rinse bowl off and then grease with canola oil.
Place dough in the bottom and coat with oil.
Cover with a towel and place in a warm, draft –free place. Let rise for one hour.
While the dough rises make turkey chili.
In a large skillet, over a medium high heat, add oil, salt, onions and turkey.
Cook until turkey is browned, about five minutes.
Add beans, tomatoes, chili powder and sugar.
Simmer for 8-10 minutes.
Set aside.
Once the dough has risen, divide into 12 equal portions.
Form into bun shapes to fit your hot dogs.
Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
Bring a large stock pot to a rolling boil.
Add baking soda.
Place pretzels one at a time in the water and baking soda mixture.
Cook for 1 minute 20 seconds, flipping halfway through.
Transfer pretzels to a greased baking sheet.
Whisk egg and water together in a small bowl.
Brush pretzels with egg wash and then sprinkle remaining cheese and jalapeños.
Bake until golden brown, about 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
store left overs in the refrigerator
Nutrition Facts
Jalapeno & Cheddar Pretzel Hot Dog Buns with Turkey Chili Cheese
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 519Calories from Fat 243
% Daily Value*
Fat 27g42%
Saturated Fat 14g88%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 7g
Cholesterol 93mg31%
Sodium 1191mg52%
Potassium 324mg9%
Carbohydrates 45g15%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 24g48%
Vitamin A 848IU17%
Vitamin C 6mg7%
Calcium 437mg44%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.