Heart-Healthy Cheese Pretzel
Savor the irresistible combination of indulgence and wellness with this Heart-Healthy Cheese Pretzel recipe! Crafted with a blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flour, these golden-brown pretzels balance wholesome nutrition and rich flavor. The dough is sweetened lightly with honey and enriched with olive oil, while a touch of shredded low-fat cheddar cheese adds a satisfying savory twist without guilt. Boiled in a baking soda bath for their signature chewy texture, these pretzels are finished with a glossy egg white coating and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for an irresistible crunch. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or game-day treat, these pretzels are ideal for health-conscious food lovers seeking delicious comfort food. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe makes eight servings of joy you can share with friends and family!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole wheat flour
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 packet Instant yeast
- 1 cup Warm water (110°F)
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons Baking soda
- 6 cups Water (for boiling)
- 1 large Egg white
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of whole wheat flour, instant yeast, warm water, honey, olive oil, and salt.
Mix well and slowly add the remaining whole wheat flour and all-purpose flour until a soft dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large pot, bring the 6 cups of water and baking soda to a boil.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a clean surface. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces.
Roll each piece into a long rope, about 18 inches in length. Form each rope into a pretzel shape.
Carefully place each pretzel into the boiling baking soda water for 30 seconds, then remove and place onto the prepared baking sheet.
Whisk the egg white until frothy, then brush it over each pretzel.
Sprinkle the pretzels with the low-fat shredded cheddar cheese and sesame seeds.
Bake the pretzels in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
Let them cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1965 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.8 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.6 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 11595 mg | 504% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 309.8 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.3 g | 130% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.2 g | ||
| Protein | 90.4 g | 181% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 916 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 16.9 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 1436 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
